### Special Instructions to Applicants: Interested applicants are encouraged to attach their resume and cover letter in the Supporting Documents section of the application. To avoid formatting issues, please use PDF format. — ### Position Summary: The Office of Study Abroad at Rice University aims to provide transformative, academically rigorous, and culturally enriching international experiences for undergraduates. The Assistant Director, working under the supervision of the Director, will offer comprehensive support and guidance to students throughout the study abroad process—from program selection to re-entry after their overseas experience. Key responsibilities include conducting information sessions, providing one-on-one advising, offering pre-departure and re-entry guidance, and engaging with students throughout their study abroad journey. The Assistant Director will also collaborate with campus partners, contribute to administrative processes, manage information on the office’s website, and represent the office at various events. ### Ideal Candidate Statement: We seek candidates with significant experience in a higher education advising role, preferably in international education. Personal experience in studying or working abroad is highly valued, as are strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in a foreign language is also a plus. ### Workplace Requirements: This position requires all duties to be performed on-site. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may change. ### Hiring Range: $56,000 to $58,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. ### Minimum Requirements: – **Education:** Bachelor’s Degree – **Experience:** At least 2 years in an advising role in higher education and 2 years in international education ### Skills: – Independence and initiative – Critical thinking and sound judgment – Collaborative ability with faculty and staff – Strong organizational and computer skills – Excellent oral and written communication – Empathy and tact in interpersonal interactions – High-level problem-solving and analytical capabilities – Ability to prioritize and focus on details while seeing the big picture ### Preferred Qualifications: – Master’s Degree – Extensive experience studying, living, or working abroad – 3 to 4 years of full-time experience as a study abroad advisor for undergraduates ### Essential Functions: – Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Rice’s study abroad programs – Understand Rice undergraduates’ academic needs – Advise students on program selection, academics, finances, health and safety, and policies – Guide students through the transfer credit process – Determine individual student readiness for study abroad – Evaluate and approve student applications – Conduct study abroad orientations – Maintain contact with students while abroad – Organize post-return programming – Participate in campus-wide study abroad promotion – Develop and present content at campus events and information sessions – Contribute to the office’s digital library and website maintenance – Coordinate student mentor activities – Perform other duties as assigned ### Additional Functions: – Conduct program assessments and evaluate options – Assess potential risks for students planning to study abroad – Liaise with campus partners and program representatives – Create promotional materials and website content – Stay updated on best practices in international education — For more information on Rice University’s benefits, policies, mission, and values, visit: – [Rice University HR | Benefits](https://knowledgecafe.rice.edu/benefits-overview) – [Mission and Values | Rice University](https://rice.edu/mission-values) Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity at all levels and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. ### About Us: Rice University boasts a 300-acre tree-lined campus in Houston and is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities by U.S. News & World Report. With a 6-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio and a residential college system, Rice supports students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally, fostering close-knit, diverse communities through various social events, sports, plays, lecture series, and student government. Rice is highly ranked for best quality of life and best value among private universities