USAC is a non-profit, university-affiliated study abroad organization headquartered on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno. Since 1982, USAC has provided opportunities for students to gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in the global society of the 21st century. USAC sends students to study abroad in more than 50 programs around the world.

USAC’s success is a product of our staff, both in the US and abroad. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best and seek high-energy individuals who believe in the importance of international education and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, who is looking to work for an organization that values diversity.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position is responsible for maintaining and cultivating relationships within an assigned region of the United States. The region for this position may be adjusted based on the chosen candidate, preference is given to candidates who live on the West Coast.

The chosen candidate is expected to live within the region (close to a major airport/transportation hub, within Arizona, California, Nevada, Oregon, or Washington)

This position requires extensively (esp. during the peak 4-5 months of the year) within the assigned region.

They report to the Director of University Relations and are part of the University Relations Department.

POSITION TYPE & EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is an exempt position and will be paid on a salary basis. The office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm local time zone and may fluctuate or additional work hours may be required. Weekend and evening work hours may also be required, especially during peak travel/event seasons.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Liaison to Universities in Assigned Region – 90%

• Manages relationships with universities in an assigned region of the United States, maintaining existing and cultivating new partnerships
• Serves as a general USAC liaison and designs & executes strategies for effectively engaging partner institutions with the goal of promoting USAC and recruiting students
• Travels to universities within assigned region to conduct campus visits and attend study abroad fairs
• Organizes and facilitates virtual promotional events, such as info sessions
• Conducts outreach to study abroad staff, faculty, and students
• Initiates and manages inter-institutional agreements
• Develops operational processes, such as setting up registration and billing arrangements
• Assists universities with special requests and efforts to integrate USAC into their program portfolios/curriculum
  

Project Management – 10%

• May be responsible for managing specific projects or programs that USAC offers to help its partners internationalize and/or organize/help organize events and/or coordinate USAC’s attendance at conferences
• Attends occasional conferences

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least four years, or Master’s Degree and at least three years of post-graduate, full time, professional experience in the field of international education

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Personal study abroad experience, or extensive travel or living abroad experience
• A self-starter with excellent customer service, human relations, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills, creative problem-solving, project- and time-management skills
• Experience planning and executing virtual events for a variety of audiences, such as webinars and info sessions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well independently in a home office setting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Master’s degree in a related field
• Previous experience working in a study abroad setting
• Demonstrated project management skills
• Event-planning experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The duties of this job are mainly performed in a home office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, and at times stand, and walk. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Regular travel is expected as part of this position.

BENEFITS

University Studies Abroad Consortium offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and LTD along with a generous 401(k) retirement plan. On the first day of employment the employee is eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan. In addition, employees have the following paid leaves: sick, annual and 12 company holidays.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, the employment application, three references, and a cover letter summarizing why you think you would excel at this position through BambooHR.

Selection Procedure

Review of Application: After submission, the application will be reviewed to determine if it is complete and if the qualifications are met. It is essential that applications include detailed information regarding education and experience to enable evaluation of the application.

Interview Process: Only the most qualified applicants will be considered for an interview. The interview process may include an initial panel interview, followed by subsequent assessments, in order to determine suitability for employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University Studies Abroad Consortium is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity as a core value. We support equal access and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@usac.edu.