Office of International Programs Graduate Assistant

Position Summary:

The Office of International Programs at Rollins College is seeking a Graduate Assistant to join their team! The Graduate Assistant in the Office of International Programs is a fully integrated member of the International Programs team, assisting with ongoing work in the office with an emphasis on program management and administration and student outreach and advising. The Graduate Assistant will manage a portfolio of travel-based programs, participate in class visits and other outreach activities, serve as a general study abroad advisor and assist with projects to enhance and improve programming and student learning. The ideal candidate has strong organizational and communication skills, an interest in international education and global learning, and is willing to assist wherever necessary to ensure the success of the office.

Primary responsibilities include:

• For Non-Rollins summer and short-term programs and Rollins Affiliated International Travel: advise students and help them identify programs aligned with their goals; promote program options and scholarships; oversee the process with International Programs including program, prepare and send pre-departure materials to students and support students as they prepare to go abroad. Coordinate with faculty/staff leaders as needed to collect information and provide them with materials and support prior to travel.
• For specific Crummer Graduate School of Business travel courses and College of Liberal Arts domestic travel courses: manage all program processes including building programs, coordinating with faculty leaders, notifying students, collecting materials, preparing program leader packets and materials and preparing and sending pre-departure materials and information to students.
• Provide weekly peer advising hours for study abroad. Advising areas include: semester, summer and short-term study abroad programs, abroad eligibility requirements, application processes, deadlines, registration, credit transfer, billing, financial aid and scholarships, and office services, policies, and procedures.
• Lead pre-departure orientations for semester, summer and short-term study abroad programs.
• Conduct class visits to promote study abroad including visits to first-year seminar courses and courses within targeted majors and areas (i.e. Business Management, Global Languages and Cultures, etc.). Promote study abroad to prospective students at Admissions events.
• Support larger projects and initiatives to improve general office operations, improve programs, and enhance student learning. Projects will be designed by the supervisor and Graduate Assistant to target areas of growth or interest.
• Participate in professional development opportunities with the team in the Office of International Programs including weekly team meetings, webinars, strategic luncheons, and team retreats.

Anticipated Learning Outcomes:

By serving in this role, the Graduate Assistant will build a number of transferable skills:

• Foundational knowledge of the field of education abroad and an introduction to the best practices for program management and operations; student advising and inclusive support; and student learning and assessment.
• Time management, multi-tasking, and prioritization of tasks.
• Verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences and constituents.
• The ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Project management skills.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Public speaking and presentation skills.
• Student advising.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and other software and applications.

Required
Qualifications and Skill Sets:

• Genuine enthusiasm for and interest in global learning, international education, and intercultural competency.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task effectively and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, conscientious, and accountable.
• Strong written communication skills and the ability to tailor communications to different types of constituents.
• Strong verbal communication skills, including the ability to