• Study Abroad and Faculty-Led Programs Coordinator

    SUNY Oneonta (Oneonta, NY)


     

    The Office of Global Education (OGE) at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Oneonta seeks a detail-oriented and globally-minded candidate for the full-time position of Study Abroad and Faculty-Led Programs Coordinator. Reporting to the Director of Global Education, expectations include collaborating with international partners, SUNY's Office of Global Affairs, and faculty members to manage semester, academic year, and short-term study abroad and international faculty-led programs, vetting and contracting with vendors, as well as advising program applicants.

     

    SUNY Oneonta is where academic excellence, diversity, cross-cultural understanding, and experiential learning meet. The Office of Global Education (OGE) advances this purpose through programs and services for international students, visiting scholars, and education abroad students. The OGE is committed to preparing SUNY students to attain their professional and personal goals and contribute positively within the global community through meaningful education opportunities.

     

    To learn more about the University or the Office, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ or https://suny.oneonta.edu/office-global-education.

    Duties include but are not limited to:

    + Implement approved exchange and direct study abroad programs via promotion, data entry, advising, and processing of student applications

    + Develop, launch, and manage international faculty-led programs (FLPs) in collaboration with faculty, staff, third-party providers, SUNY Global Affairs and other offices/departments on campus

    + Support faculty in program development, budgeting, promoting, facilitating administrative FLP review and approval, conducting pre-departure orientations, allocating scholarships, and assessing programs upon their return

    + Advise students on FLP and SUNY education abroad opportunities

    + Assist with planning and implementing education abroad and other office-wide events as needed

    + Represent the OGE at stakeholder meetings, on committees, and conferences when necessary

     

    Salary: $57,151. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits.

    Job Requirements:

    Minimum Qualifications:

    + Bachelor's degree

    + Relevant work experiences and/or studies in global education

    + Demonstrated understanding of student services within higher education

    + Meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    + Ability to take initiative and ownership of projects

    + Proficiency in MS Office

    + Valid driver's license

    Preferred:

    + Experience working within an international collegiate office

    + Knowledge of overseas logistical processing, visa guidelines, and global issues impacting campus internationalization

    + Training in Banner or other student information system

    + Experience working with and serving diverse populations

    Additional Information:

    SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

     

    The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

     

    SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.