This position in the Jon M Huntsman School of Business advises Chinese students in matters such as prerequisites, registration, general education, major and minor requirements, campus transfer process, articulation of transfer credit and finding appropriate mentors – with emphasis on helping those students understand and overcome differences between American and Chinese cultures and educational systems. This position is responsible for maintaining student data. Including tracking students' academic records and monitoring progress. Position may require travel to China on an as-needed basis to visit students. 

• Assist partner offices and students in China to successfully complete the required academic program.
• Assist students and partner offices with tracking and providing accurate and up-to-date academic information.
• Maintain, track, and update student academic progress, and communicate this information to the partner locations in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provide team support to the China Programs office and to partner offices.
• Provide current course and major requirement information to students, other advisors, and to the partner offices in China.
• Interface with the Intensive English Language Institute office, the Office of Global Engagement, the Registrar’s office, and University Advising in matters regarding students.
• Assist students in the transferring process from partner locations to the Logan campus.
• Assist the advising staff with on-campus Chinese students when requested (i.e., translation, questions, and other general information).
• Coordinate, review, submit, and/or issue graduation applications and academic action documents in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist in developing and managing the Summer Program, administrative visits, and other activities including local transportation of visitors and students.
• Travel to China Programs partner locations as needed.
• Participate in assessment activities and implement recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree is required.
• Speak and translate Mandarin Chinese in emails, meetings, conversations, and documents.
• Fluency in written and oral English and Mandarin.
• Travel to China as needed.
• Ability to manage many tasks at the same time.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid passport and Chinese visa within 90 days.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid Utah driver’s license within 90 days.
• Proficiency in basic computer programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to be sensitive to and understand the needs of a diverse student population while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and discretion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of both American and Chinese higher education systems and culture.
• Knowledge of University course schedules, course curriculum and degree requirements.
• Knowledge of University IT systems including DegreeWorks, SSB, INB, and other programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to understand and act consistently with USU's mission, strategic directions, and commitment to students.
• Knowledge of student advising and graduation requirements specific to academic majors, departments, USU, and to the unique needs of China Programs students.
• Be creative in identifying, assessing, and developing improved methods of advising, or resolving student advising issues.
• Assist individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds through effective interpersonal and communication skills, including communication such as phone, email, and digital communication
• Work collaboratively in a team environment respectful of a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Ability to leverage available information to develop effective solutions.
• Maintain student information confidentiality and abide by all FERPA laws.
• Retain professionalism even in high stress situations.
• Work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV”
2. Contact information for three professional references
3. Cover Letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

The mission of our China program is to provide students with a rigorous understanding of economic and finance literacy, develop future leaders in business, and promote global vision by expanding Utah State University’s educational opportunities across international borders. For additional information on the China Cooperative Academic Programs, visit our webpage at: http://www.huntsman.usu.edu/chinaprogram/.

We believe that the best leaders dream big, prepare, take risks, create value, and give back. The Jon M Huntsman School of Business provides unique learning experiences that develop these characteristics, preparing students to become leaders who leave the world better than they found it.

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*updated 11/2022