Study Abroad Program Advisor

Baylor University•Waco, TX

About The Position

Baylor University is seeking a Study Abroad Program Advisor in the Center for Global Engagement. Reporting to the Director of Study Abroad, this position serves Baylor students by advising and assisting exchange program participants and faculty-led program stakeholders, and acts as a campus advocate for study abroad programs. The role supports program operations, coordination with campus units, student preparation, and efforts to increase study abroad participation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Two years of relevant work experience.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Work with departments and offices across campuses to promote study abroad, facilitate related procedures, and address issues involving course registration and course building.
Coordinate with on-campus units such as admissions and enrollment, student accounts, registration, financial aid, and academic advising and counseling to ensure policy alignment.
Serve as the primary administrative coordinator for designated study abroad programs, maintaining accurate program records and participant enrollment tracking; coordinating vendors; supporting budgeting; managing compliance documentation; and supporting operational execution. Academic advising is provided by the sponsoring school or department.
Create consistent practices for data collection, course form approvals, transcript evaluations, and grade postings.
Collaborate with program advisors to streamline operations and increase study abroad participation, including potential participation by non-Baylor students.
Coordinate with program advisors and finance staff to ensure billing cycles are met.
Coordinate with program advisors to ensure timely transcript processing.
Assist students in preparing to study abroad.
Collaborate and communicate with campus partners to support study abroad recruitment.
Maintain up-to-date brochure pages within Terra Dotta.
Perform other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission.
Comply with university policies.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.