Advisor, Global Learning

About Western Kentucky University:

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the second largest undergraduate institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 15,035 students (29% first generation, 18% underrepresented minority) and just over 2,500 faculty and staff employees.

Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community to embrace diversity by building equitable and inclusive learning, working, and living environments. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our diverse and evolving communities.

Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home.

Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about.

Job Description:

Global Learning and International Affairs at Western Kentucky University is pleased to announce we are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as the Advisor, Global Learning.  The overall responsibilities of the successful candidate will include but are not limited to:

• Facilitates academic and cultural advising in various modalities (individual, virtual, group, peer to peer mentoring, email);
• Provides follow-up and support for students throughout their global learning experience starting from the exploration stage through completion of a program and beyond;
• Guides students on how to leverage their international experience for future success;
• Cultivates strong working relationships with campus departments, program providers, and partner institutions;
• Contributes to overall program marketing, recruitment, and outreach initiatives through informational events and presentations;
• Compiles and analyze data on students participating in global learning initiatives;
• Assist with training and development of student employees and Global Learning Ambassadors.

Student Services:

• Coordinate the application process;
• Maintain and update student records in WKU platforms and conduct necessary follow-up;
• Update program and scholarship information;
• Collaborate on and participate in international student orientation, study abroad/study away pre-departure orientation, study abroad/study away re-entry programs, and other global learning related events; and
• Liaise with departments on programming and other campus initiatives.

Administrative:

• Student registrations and enrollments
• Study abroad related billing and payments
• Serve as a member of the University's International Travel Risk Management Committee;
• Participate in non-WKU activities with GLIA partners (boards, committees, associations); and other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success:

• Passion for inclusive global learning for all WKU students;
• Interest in supporting student development;
• Experience working with students underrepresented in study abroad, minorities, and other diverse student populations;
• Excellent computer skills, including Terra Dotta (or similar platform), Banner, Slate, etc., MS 365 suite and content management systems, and the willingness/ability to learn new software programs;
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills;
• Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and prioritizing workload;
• Ability to collaborate as part of a team and work independently; and
• Ability/willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends, and to travel to international and/or domestic locations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience working in a multi-cultural environment
• Two years of relevant experience

Additional Information:

Salary:  $38,000 - $42,000

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

Quicklink to apply: https://wku.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=185694