Job location: San Antonio TAMUSA

Employment Type: Full-time
Posted data: 2019-05-07
Req: R-017103
Job Title

International Program Advisor

Agency

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

Department

Student Engagement

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Under the direction, the position will perform outreach duties relevant to international students, including assisting international students with the admission process and explaining missing items that deter students from being fully admitted. Requires a background assisting international students with the admission process. Requires a familiarity with paperwork needed to complete the admission process, e.g., transcripts, foreign credentials, TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, GMAT and Testing.

Responsibilities:

• Implement, manage and maintain the Mexico Pilot Program for deserving international students who qualify to pay in-state tuition
• Provide assistance, resources and event planning for students who fall under the DREAMERs category, including DACA students. Coordinate and work closely with area non-profit community organizations on strategies for assisting undocumented students.

• Research international student scholarship opportunities

• Maintain the Office of International Affairs DREAMERs Resources hub webpage

• Responsible for creating and maintaining program reports

• Assist with OIA programming initiatives

• Create brochures and handouts on program objectives

• Maintain international student health insurance

• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience.

KSAs

• Working knowledge of Banner. Knowledge of Excel, Word and other Microsoft programs. Knowledge of social media management and usage for professional purposes. Ability to communicate effectively and engage those from other cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems and to make evaluative judgments.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Ability to effectively communicate with international people.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate technical information effectively and diplomatically

Other Requirements:

• May require occasional travel for professional development training.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of records and information.

This position starts at the minimum monthly salary of $2,780.17, however applicants with more experience may earn up to, but not exceed  $2,933.08 monthly.  

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Applications are accepted only through the online job portal at:

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html

For Internal Applicants:

Go to your Workday Profile to upload your resume:

1) Select CAREER

2) From top of bar, select EDUCATION

3) Upload your resume by selecting the button - UPLOAD MY EXPERIENCE

4) Select file and submit resume

Applicants must complete the online application by either downloading your resume to auto-populate the application, or manually complete the application fields.

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.

After the Work History section in the application process, you can select UPLOAD to attach the following required documents.

1) Cover letter to include (3) professional references; and

2) Resume

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.

For External Applicants:

Applicants must complete the online application by either downloading your resume to auto-populate the application, or manually complete the application fields.

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.

After the Work History section in the application process, you can select UPLOAD to attach the following required documents.

1) Cover letter to include (3) professional references; and

2) Resume

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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