STUDY ABROAD ADVISOR

Brief Summary of Job Duties: 

This position with UCEAP, a University of California (UC) systemwide, international academic program, completes assignments applying acquired job skills, policies, and procedures to complete assignments, projects, and tasks of moderate scope and complexity; exercises judgment within defined guidelines and practices to determine appropriate action, with guidance from Program Specialists. Coordinates and provides advising and administrative support in operational aspects of the work performed by the UC study abroad program team. Applies professional student services concepts in providing a variety of student services to the student population served by the organization, and to faculty and management within that organization. Communicates program information to students throughout the application and pre-departure process; communications with students usually take place remotely (online and phone) rather than in person. Monitors and adheres to the workflow calendars to meet program-specific tasks and project deadlines. Provides backup support for the Program staff (Student Services Advisors 3 and 4) as requested. Plans and executes a range of administrative projects and procedures for the Global Program Team. As an integral member of the Global Programs Team, the Study Abroad Advisor understands and applies broad administrative rules, policies, and procedures; consults with experienced level staff and receives direction for more complex assignments, projects, tasks, and policy interpretations.