Study Abroad Program Assistant

Per program itinerary, there are three overnight trips that are included in the RA duties

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Study Abroad Office ( SAO ) at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the primary unit charged with study abroad program development, oversight, and advising. SAO creates transformative global learning experiences for all students to pursue their Carolina education at sites around the world. UNC Chapel Hill is a national leader in study abroad participation and ranks in the top 10 among all U.S. higher education institutions for annual study abroad enrollment.

Based within the College of Arts & Sciences, the office oversees study abroad and domestic study programs that enroll students from the College as well as other UNC Schools. Programs include student exchange, direct-enroll, partner provider, and UNC faculty-led programs, and educational opportunities that encompass traditional courses, internships, research, service and virtual programs. The SAO employs a staff of approximately 20 fulltime professionals and manages a recharge center and total budget of $30MM, consisting of $15MM in cash and an additional $15MM in expense transactions.

The Study Abroad Office serves over 2500 outgoing undergraduate students plus over 300 incoming students from UNC’s global partners. The office collaborates with academic and administrative units throughout the College, as well as with other UNC schools in support the University’s global mission. The Office is affiliated with UNC Global and is located in the Fed Ex Global Education Center.

Though based within the College of Arts & Sciences, the office serves as a resource for the entire Carolina community.

Position Summary

This opportunity is for a part-time, temporary Resident Advisor (RA) position at the UNC
-IE Highlands Field Site program ( HFS ). Similar to an on-campus RA, the IE- HFS RA will be responsible for creating and maintaining a positive, healthy, and safe living situation for a group of up to 15 students enrolled in the semester‑long field site program. The RA lives in the housing quarters with the students on the Highlands Biological Station campus.

RAs also have the responsibility of ensuring that students are respectful of other guests who stay at other facilities at the Highlands Biological Station for short or extended periods of time (weekends to semester). The RA keeps the IE- HFS Program Directors informed about successes and challenges at the residence at weekly meetings.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences

• Leadership and/or communication experience.
• Ability to take responsibility for developing and maintaining a clean and productive living environment that allows for the academic and personal growth of the student body.
• Ability to adhere to and encourage others’ adherence to rules.
• Ability to stay at the residence during all in‑session time frames and many weekends (being present for at least every other weekend throughout the semester).
• Ability to participate in RA trainings or Mental Health modules or workshops.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents

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