**Director (Study Abroad)** **Bookmark this Posting** **Print Preview** **|** **Apply for this Job** **Please see Special Instructions for more details.** Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major. **Posting Details** Position Information **Posting Number** S06034P **Position Title** Director (Study Abroad) **Department** International Education **Location** Arlington **Job Family** Student Services **Position Status** Full-time **Work Hours** Standard **Work Schedule** Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm **Open to** External and Internal **Salary** Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience. **Duration** Funding expected to continue **Pay Basis** Monthly **Benefits Eligible** Yes **Benefits at UTA** We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University. **https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits** To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link: **https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php** **University Information** The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas. Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at **https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100** . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact. **Job Summary** The Director of Study Abroad is responsible for facilitating, implementing, and monitoring all UTA Study Abroad programs (Affiliated, Exchange, and Faculty-Led) as well as increasing international opportunities for students. The Director is further responsible for the quality performance of the UTA Study Abroad team, including full-time staff and student workers in the study abroad area. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** + Operational Oversight of UTA Study Abroad, including budgetary projections and fiscal management; supervision of Assistant Director and Study Abroad Advisor in advising and supporting students before, during, and after the study abroad experience; collaboration with appropriate stakeholders in developing university policy with regards to study abroad programs and operations; oversight of UTA Study Abroad events and marketing initiatives, including promotional events, cross-campus collaborations, and website upgrades; and data collection, management and reporting, including internal annual reports and external reports for IIE Open Doors and other entities. + International Program Development, including collaboration with Executive Director in identifying international initiatives, managing current institutional relationships with universities and programs abroad, and developing significant and relevant overseas opportunities for students; and partnership with academic units to develop new and strengthen current faculty-led programs. + Risk Management, including collaboration with appropriate UTA and UT System offices to ensure best risk management practices with regard to health, safety and security of UTA individuals overseas, including conducting pre-departure orientations; and coordination of risk assessment and crisis response to incidents abroad. + Scholarship Management, including oversight of International Education Fee Scholarship (IEFS) and the IEFS Committee, as well as other UTA Study Abroad endowed scholarships; and service as Fulbright Program Advisor and coordination of campus review process for Fulbright US Student Program applicants. + Professional Expertise, including active participation in professional organizations to keep abreast of trends and best practices in the field. + Other Duties as assigned. **Minimum Qualifications** + Master’s degree in social science, humanities, education, or other area with international emphasis, or related field. + Three (3) years of experience in a Study Abroad office/department. **Preferred Qualifications** + Doctorate, or significant progress towards its completion. + Experience using PeopleSoft. + Proven ability in promoting study abroad opportunities. + Experience living, working, or study abroad. + Experience presenting information before groups small and large. **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** + Excellent communication skills both oral and written. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. + Experience with Photoshop, Publisher, or other desktop publishing software. + Experience with TerraDotta or other online study abroad management system. + Experience building rapport with faculty and students. **Other Requirements** **Working Conditions** **Special Conditions for Eligibility** **CBC Requirement** It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University. **EEO Statement** It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy. **ADA Accommodations** The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email **ADADocs@uta.edu** . Posting Detail Information **Number of Vacancies** 1 **Open Until Filled** **Minimum Number of References Required** 3 **Maximum Number of References Accepted** 3 **Special Instructions to Applicants** Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major. **Requirement Questions** Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). 1. *What is the highest level of education attained? 2. GED 3. High School Diploma 4. Associate's Degree 5. Bachelor's Degree 6. Master's Degree 7. PhD or equivalent 8. *How much experience living, working, or studying abroad do you have? 9. None/Less than 1 year 10. 1 to 2 years 11. 3 to 4 years 12. 5 or more years **Documents Needed To Apply** **Required Documents** 1. Resume or CV 2. Cover/Interest Letter **Optional Documents**