Title: Study Abroad Office Assistant

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-International Affairs

Department: UNT-International Affairs-Gen-110300

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $11.50 - $13.00 per hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The Study Abroad Office is responsible for coordinating the university’s study abroad and exchange programs. Study Abroad has a mandate to expand student participation and to integrate study abroad into the UNT curriculum. We aim to develop new opportunities to meet the unique needs of the UNT community and increase student access to global educational experiences.

Position Overview

The Student Assistant for Study Abroad and Passport Services will be the primary point of contact for UNT students, faculty, staff, and the general public. A successful candidate will be trained to answer frequently asked questions about passport services as well as study abroad.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Professionalism in communication and appearance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations including faculty, students, and community members.
• Demonstrated, organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions, while being independent and resourceful.
• Ability to receive feedback and apply it to future tasks.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and many interruptions.

Job Duties:

• Interaction with faculty, staff, students and community members on the phone, via email and in person.
• Assist the Study Abroad staff as needed with completing administrative tasks and assisting with applicants.
• Ensure that the Study Abroad office is kept orderly, neat, and tidy at all times.

Work Schedule:

19 hours, schedule to be determined

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.