Regional Director, The Ohio State University Embedded Office

Embedded Office Director Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the AVP Campus Partnerships the Regional Director, will serve as the main contact for our partners at The Ohio State University Embedded Office, including staff and faculty, as well as an initial point of contact for their students considering education abroad. Based in The Ohio State University’s Office of International Affairs, the Regional Director, under the strategic guidance of both Custom Programs and ISA/TEAN leadership, will work collaboratively with The Ohio State University’s Office of Global Education and stakeholders across campus to recruit and advise students participating in ISA, TEAN, and WorldStrides faculty-led programs, as well as educate and serve individuals and units on campus who support those students. The Regional Director is the main point of contact for faculty interested in leading a program abroad with WorldStrides Custom Programs, with responsibilities ranging from developing proposals for programs, assisting with promotion and events, such as pre-departure orientations before a program departs, and managing the logistical details of the program from confirmation to travel.

Embedded Office Job Duties

Meet and exceed annual sales goals and targets in order to maximize revenue growthIdentify new prospects at The Ohio State University by connecting and building relationships with university partners including Office of Global Education staff, faculty, and other administratorsDevelop a comprehensive awareness and understanding of WorldStrides' relationship with The Ohio State University, including the needs, pain points, and priorities of the students, staff, and faculty around education abroad Assist with management of WorldStrides programs within The Ohio State University’s portfolio, including projects such as curricular mapping and identifying featured programsDevelop and implement a strategic plan to increase partner engagement through the development of collaborative initiatives that help realize The Ohio State University objectives and growth for WorldStridesAssist with supervising undergraduate student Global Ambassadors at The Ohio State University Utilize and maintain WorldStrides CRM database systems, effectively managing the sales and program management and program management processesStudent lead generation and OIA advisor support, aiming to foster exceptional service to our partners at The Ohio State UniversityDesign and host student-facing activities, faculty meetings, and other outreach activities as needed to achieve goalsChampion WorldStrides programs at study abroad events, pre-departure orientations, and other institutional engagementsFollow standards of best practices laid out by bodies that support education abroad Report on enrollment, trends, opportunities, and projects to WorldStrides colleagues and leadershipMaintain detailed records of all activitiesSupport WorldStrides internal teams and external university partners in the region as neededServe as account manager for all confirmed custom programs

Physical Conditions And Nature Of Work

Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions, protection from weather conditions. Nature of work is primarily sedentary: walking (1-2 hours daily), standing (1 hour daily), and light lifting (0 – 15lbs); no environmental hazards indicated for this classification.

Expected Hours Of Work

The employee must be available during regular business hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm EST, Monday – Friday unless otherwise specified by the Manager, Department head, or Human Resources. Flexible as needed with work hours to accommodate international time differences and seasonal shifts. Ability to travel domestically and internationally (current passport or ability to obtain one)

Special Conditions Or Requirements

Must be willing to submit to a criminal and Motor Vehicle background checkMust be willing to submit to E-VerifyMust possess a valid government issued Driver’s License or Identification CardMust maintain a driving record consistent with insurance industry standards in order to operate a company vehicle

Work Perks

Fun & driven environment.Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match.10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days.Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually.Opportunities for paid and discounted travel.Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities.Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council.Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations.Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave.Team Member Discount Program

WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides` is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree Study Abroad or other international travelPublic speaking, networking, relationship building Master’s degree in a related field (preferred)3+ years of experience in the field of internal education (preferred)Residence in Columbus, Ohio, and ability to work on-campus at The Ohio State UniversityDemonstrated experience in a multicultural settingHighly organized and strong time management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAttention to detail and desire to learn new aspects of the International Education fieldProject management experience with ability to partner across teams1-2 years proven ability to work effectively under minimal supervision