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Position Title: Study Abroad Coordinator (Part-Time)
Reports To: Director, Spahr-Tan Center for International Education
Position Type: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The Part-Time Study Abroad Coordinator supports the daily operations of the Spahr-Tan Center for International Education, with a primary focus on study abroad advising logistics and program administration. This role assists with student engagement, application processing, and program coordination, helping ensure a smooth and organized experience for students participating in international education opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu.
The University has implemented its Ten Pillars 2030 vision (hc.edu/vision) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.
Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.
Disclaimer
Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application you understand and accept this process.
Reports To: Director, Spahr-Tan Center for International Education
Position Type: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The Part-Time Study Abroad Coordinator supports the daily operations of the Spahr-Tan Center for International Education, with a primary focus on study abroad advising logistics and program administration. This role assists with student engagement, application processing, and program coordination, helping ensure a smooth and organized experience for students participating in international education opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain student records in Via TRM, including applications, communications, and tracking tools
- Coordinate advising logistics, including appointment scheduling and follow-up communication
- Support student outreach through emails, reminders, and general communications
- Provide pre-departure training sessions to prepare students for study abroad experiences
- Collect, track, and maintain all required pre-travel student documentation
- Guide students through the academic approval process for study abroad, including steps required for transfer credit evaluation
- Coordinate with academic departments and advisors to support course approvals and credit transfer
- Assist with planning and execution of orientations, scholarship workshops, and outreach events
- Track and organize travel documentation and study abroad scholarship materials
- Supervise and guide study abroad interns, including a social media intern
- Provide front desk coverage and general administrative support
- Bachelor’s degree required; experience in higher education or student services preferred
- Familiarity with study abroad programs or international education strongly preferred; prior participation in a study abroad program is a plus
- Working knowledge of academic processes related to transfer credit preferred
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; experience with systems like Via TRM preferred
Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu.
The University has implemented its Ten Pillars 2030 vision (hc.edu/vision) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.
Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.
Disclaimer
Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application you understand and accept this process.