Study Abroad Advisor (Student Services Professional Iv)

Position Summary

The Study Abroad Advisor in the International Business Program is responsible for working with the IB Director on all aspects of Study Abroad and foreign partner outreach. The position also is responsible for ongoing support for the other Student Service Professionals and assures University policies are met in all areas of student experiences abroad. The position involves some traveling during a given academic year and/or in summer. 

In addition, the Study Abroad Advisor will work collaboratively with the Global Education Office team to support IB majors on planning and logistics of completing their Study Abroad requirement. 

This position maintains clear and consistent communication with all IB Exchange partners and external program partners regarding enrollment, program updates, risk management, promotion opportunities, and scholarships.  Additionally, the Study Abroad Advisor supports program review, risk management and incident response as needed.

This is a full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits eligible, permanent/probationary position. This position is designated exempt under FLSA and is not eligible for overtime compensation. 

Standard SDSU work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may vary based on operational needs.  The position involves some traveling during a given academic year and/or in summer. 

This position is approved for partial telecommuting with onsite work in San Diego.

Department Summary

The International Business Program is an interdisciplinary program combining business, foreign languages and cultural knowledge. Housed in the College of Arts and Letters, International Business is one of the college's largest majors and one of the largest majors at SDSU. 

The program currently has approximately 500 students and is the only nationally ranked undergraduate program in the CSU and currently ranks 17th in the nation. The staff consists of a Program Director, an Internship and Career Advisor (SSP III), an Academic Advisor (SSP III), an Administrative Support Coordinator I, and this position, Study Abroad Advisor

For more information regarding the International Business Program, click here.

Education and Experience

Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field plus upper division or graduate course work in counseling techniques, interviewing and conflict resolution where such are job related. 

Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent to four years of progressively responsible professional Student Services work experience which includes experience in advising students individually and in groups, and in analysis and resolution of complex Student Services problems. 

A master's degree in Counseling, Clinical Psychology, Social Work or a jobrelated field may be substituted for one year of professional experience. A doctorate degree and the appropriate internship or clinical training in counseling, guidance or a jobrelated field may be substituted for two years of the required professional experience for positions with a major responsibility for professional, personal or career counseling.

Key Qualifications

• Study abroad advising experience or similar relevant international work experience.
• Experience evaluating international transcripts or working with different international education systems.
• Experience advising on highly complex and sensitive student matters.
• Possession of thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior and general knowledge of the principles, practices, and trends of the Student Services field.
• Ability to participate in some traveling during a given academic year and/or in summer.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $5,732 per month. 

Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department's fiscal resources. 

San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,732 - $8,176 per month. 

Diversity and Community at SDSU

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. 

Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement.  For more information, click here.

Principles of Community

At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university. 

SDSU's Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another. 

Supplemental Information

Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on February 7, 2024.  To receive full consideration, apply by February 6, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. 

San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act. 

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

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SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Tina Deesen at tdeesen@sdsu.edu