Program Director, Education Abroad

What We Offer: At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role: Responsible for overseeing global learning initiatives, education abroad programs, and international partnerships. Develops, implements, and assesses programs that promote cross-cultural understanding, global competence, and transformative learning experiences. Establishes and maintains partnerships with international institutions, organizations, and agencies to facilitate student and faculty exchanges.What a day of a Program Director, Education Abroad looks like:* Designs and oversees global learning and education abroad programs, including faculty-led trips, exchange programs, and study abroad opportunities.* Provides guidance to students interested in education abroad programs. Serves as a resource during international experiences, offering support and assistance as needed.* Conducts pre-departure orientations and workshops to prepare students for the cultural, academic, and logistical aspects of studying abroad.* Monitors travel advisories and international developments to assess potential risks.* Ensures compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and accreditation standards in international education.* Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to integrate global perspectives into curricula and co-curricular activities.* Promotes education abroad opportunities to students, faculty, and staff through presentations, workshops, and other promotional and marketing materials.* Collects and analyzes data to assess student learning outcomes, program impact, and participant satisfaction.* Maintains current knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to identify and execute improvements.* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:Education and Experience:* Bachelor’s degree* Four years of related experience Knowledge of:* Logistics and risk management for education abroad programs* Microsoft Office Professional or similar applicationSkilled in: * Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills including policy and creative writing, group presentation, and individual coaching and counseling skills* Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management* Organizing and delivering high-impact projects or programs, from concept to completion, that integrate creativity, strategic thinking, and a results-oriented approach* Exercising self-initiative and strategic planningAbility to:* Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public* Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders on campus and throughout the College community on projects impacting students* Create a collegial, team-building work environment, motivating staff, and cultivating productive, collaborative relationships with all constituent groups* Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness* Self-manage tasks and major-projects and improvement effortsLicenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:* Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed* Regular physical attendance requiredPreferred, but not a must:Education and Experience:* Master’s degree* One year of experience in project management and program development* Experience developing and overseeing study abroad programsKnowledge of:* Laws, regulations, and accreditation standards in international educationWork Environment and Physical Demand - Frequency* Reach and grasp objects. - Occasionally* Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, fingers. - Daily* Sit for extended periods of time. - Daily* Use of video display terminal. - Daily* Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl. - Occasionally* Proofread and check documents for accuracy. - Daily* Stand for extended periods of time. - Occasionally* Work a fluctuating work schedule. - Occasionally* Communicate information verbally. - Daily* Communicate information in writing. - DailyThis job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.*The minimum base pay for this position starts at $53,677.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.*Application DeadlineThis position is open until filled with an initial review date of September 15, 2026.