Peer Advisor

About University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC)

USAC is a non‑profit, university‑affiliate study abroad organization headquartered on the campus of the University of Nevada, Reno. Since 1982, USAC has provided opportunities for students to gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in the global society of the 21st century.

The Peer Advisor position is a part‑time position that works closely with Program Advisors. The ideal candidate will have good computer skills, time management, and experience with Microsoft Office (especially Word), be friendly, helpful and willing to learn and tackle new challenges in a busy work environment.

USAC’s success is a product of our staff, both in the US and abroad. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best and seek high-energy individuals who believe in the importance of international education and enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment.

This is a part‑time, non‑exempt, and non‑benefited position. It will be paid $14 per hour and up to 19 hours a week.

• General reception administrative duties
• General study abroad advisement
• Enthusiastically and accurately provide information about USAC and the study abroad process to students, parents, and university staff.
• Data entry
• Editing documents
• Maintaining accurate student records
• Communicating with students about their pre‑departure process
• Be able to manage detailed projects with responsibility and autonomy
• Mailing materials to study abroad students
• Makes decisions in high‑pressure situations
• Be available to work both during the academic year and also during university breaks (i.e., time off around holidays and breaks is no problem, but we are open year‑round)

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Basic receptionist/administrative experience
• Excellent communication skills
Available to work 19 hours a week;
Monday‑Friday, 8 am – 5 pm

• International or study abroad experience preferred

• Advanced level of written and oral communication skills
• Detail‑oriented and well‑organized
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team
• Patience in helping students clarify needs and explore their interests, providing capacities and resources in order to help them make informed choices, and making suggestions about available study abroad opportunities
• Self‑starter

USAC offers a Specialty Program Discount benefit for those employees who qualify for the 50% program fee benefit.

The duties of this job are mainly performed in a regular office environment with occasional small trips outdoors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the building. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Please submit your resume, the employment application, three references, and a cover letter summarizing why you think this position would be a good fit for you based on your experience.

After submission, the application will be reviewed to determine if it is complete and if the qualifications are met. It is essential that applications include detailed information regarding education and experience to enable evaluation of the application.

Only the most qualified applicants will be considered for an interview. The interview process may include an initial panel interview, followed by subsequent assessments, in order to determine suitability for employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR.