The Study Abroad Advisor provides guidance and outstanding professional service to students before, during and after their educational experience abroad. He or she provides information to students, parents, faculty, and staff regarding various study abroad programs and coordinates with relevant academic and administrative offices. He or she also assists with coordinating program and application processes, and participates in campus recruitment and promotion, as well as participant selection.

The Study Abroad Advisor works with overseas partners to obtain information regarding application processes, course selection, arrival information, accommodation, and other relevant information. Some national and international travel is expected.

This person is a representative of Kansas State University and the Office of International Programs (OIP) and maintains effective working relationships with Study Abroad and OIP staff, the campus community, and international partners. As a member of the Office of International Programs, the Study Abroad Office strives to achieve the goals set forth in the K-State 2025 Internationalization Strategic Action Plan.

Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s Degree
* Significant experience abroad (ex: study, intern, volunteer or work)
* Experience counseling, teaching, or working with students, preferably in higher education
* High level of communication and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail
* Experience working with multiple, ongoing projects and activities in a fast-paced environment
* Experience communicating with people from a variety of cultures
* Demonstrated knowledge of the various aspects of international travel (passports, visas, geography, languages spoken, currency, politics, modes of travel, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:
* Master’s Degree in a field related to International Education or Student Services
* Experience with Arts, Humanities, or STEM fields or faculty-led study abroad program management
* Experience in event planning and campus outreach
* Ability to communicate in at least one language in addition to English
* Experience using StudioAbroad or other online application management systems
* Experience in public speaking and training
* Eligible to work in the USAHow to Apply: 
Conditions of Appointment: A background check is required prior to finalizing an offer of employment.
To apply: Applications must be submitted electronically to oip@ksu.edu . Please submit a letter of interest; resume or curriculum vitae; and names and contact information for three professional references.