Job Description

Virginia Tech seeks applicants for the position of Global Education Advisor (GEA) in the Global Education Office. The GEA position is a full-time non-student staff position and reports directly to the Assistant Director of Global Education for Student Services. The successful candidate will work closely with members of the campus community and students to promote education abroad programs and activities in accordance with the internationalization objectives established in the university’s strategic plan. The GEA must also understand best advising practices established in the field in addition to a comprehensive awareness of campus policies and procedures as they relate to education abroad. Candidate should demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for identifying academic and programmatic options in assigned regions, and focus on student’s intercultural skills development. S/he must also be student-centered and have an understanding of college student development to provide the best advising services to VT students with a commitment to diversity. Like all team members, the GEA will assist with other duties as assigned, including event set-up and assistance. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required.

Required Qualifications

• Experience providing support in a professional or academic office
• Experience in directly advising or supporting college/university students
• Previous program management or event coordination
• Experience studying, living or working abroad
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Very strong organizational skills, demonstrable from previous professional or personal

• Ability to work independently in a team environment
• Working familiarity with Microsoft Office suite of programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in a second language
• Experience in study abroad or international education
• Experience creating programs or training on Intercultural Skills Development
• Experience developing and delivering workshops or presentations
• Familiarity with Virginia Tech academic policies
• Familiarity with TerraDotta application and program management platform
• Supervisory experience

Pay Band

3

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience up to a salary max of $45,000

Review Date

April 17, 2023

Additional Information

Communication skills are very important to this position. Please be aware that your cover letter (1 page limit) and resume will be considered as evidence of your communication skills. In addition, please provide an example of how you worked independently, how you worked as part of a team, and how you resolved a difficult situation through discussion.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.