Job Description Summary & Additional Information

Organization's Summary Statement:

Education Abroad (EA) is the University of Maryland’s hub for global learning overseas, connecting students with credit-bearing, culturally immersive study abroad programs that complement the curricula of our academic programs. Rooted in our commitment to access and belonging, we design diverse, high-quality programs that develop our students’ intercultural and solution-focused skills that shape their journey to become effective citizens, professionals, and human beings. As part of Maryland Global, EA is a vibrant community of professionals who foster a collaborative and innovative workplace where staff and faculty thrive while shaping the future of global education.

Position Summary

The Student Operations Coordinator oversees enrollment management processes, program administration, student services, outreachactivities, and departmental initiatives that advance student participation in global learning opportunities. Reporting to the Assistant Director for Operations, the Coordinator works collaboratively with advising, operations, and program management staff to ensure efficient delivery of Education Abroad services and a positive student experience.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Advising & Outreach (25%)

• Develop student-facing resources and recommend outreach opportunities, including presentations, webinars, videos,guides, and other materials in support of Education Abroad's strategic objectives.

• Participate in strategic planning initiatives focused on study abroad experience, identifying opportunities forimprovement and developing recommendations to improve communications.

• Serve as a co-lead for large scale Education Abroad sponsored events including Study Abroad Fairs and visa services events, coordinating operations involving internal and external stakeholders.

• Other duties as assigned.

Student-facing Operations (15%)

• Serve as an administrative resource for complex student and stakeholder inquiries, independently assessing the nature ofissues, determining appropriate responses or courses of action, and resolving matters within the scope of delegated authority.

• Evaluate proposed system and workflow changes and provide recommendations regarding content improvements that enhance the student experience.

• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information:

UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• 3 Professional References

Best Consideration Date: September 29, 2026

Posting Close Date: September 29, 2026

Open Until Filled: No

Physical Demands: 

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of experience in higher education administration, student services, international education, program coordination, enrollment management, or advising.

• Study, volunteer or work experience in an international or intercultural setting

• Demonstrated commitment to expanding access to educational and global learning opportunities

• Demonstrated experience working with a student information system

• Demonstrated experience managing and analysing large datasets.

• Experience with the Google suite, with strong skills in Google Sheets.

• Ability to problem solve and implement solutions with strong attention to detail.

Licenses/ Certifications: N/A

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of professional administrative or coordinator experience.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
 

Knowledge of best practices in organization, administration, and customer service.

Knowledge of proper protocol in dealing with confidential information.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Skill in the use of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms, etc.)

Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.

Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Department

SVPAAP-OIA-Education Abroad

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$55,000-$60,000

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization.  Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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