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International Resident Student Retention Specialist (GA)

Bob Jones University, Greenville, SC, United States


International Resident Student Retention Specialist (GA) Job Category : ENROLLMENT

Requisition Number : INTER003933

Posted : February 26, 2026

Part-Time

Locations Showing 1 location

South Carolina, Greenville, SC 296140001, USA

Description Position Summary Assist the Associate Director of International Student Services to improve retention of international students, especially from 2nd to 3rd year and 3rd to 4th year and may be asked to aid in recruiting efforts to meet the numerical goals from the International territory. This is a 9-month Academic GA position reserved for graduate students of BJU.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Implement strategies that improve international student retention rates

Meet individually with each international student to assess retention health

Proactively inquire about positive and negative experiences in academic progress, social integration, cultural communication, spiritual health, and school expectations, etc.

Design and execute activities which provide international students with a sense of belonging

Be alert to the needs of the international students by noticing those who are struggling or who are dealing with significant issues

Keep work supervisor and resident supervisors informed concerning the needs of international students

Communicate with Student Life, Center for Global Opportunities (CGO), Academic Resource Center (ARC), faculty, and other campus partners regarding international student concerns

Oversee & advise the International Student Organization (ISO)

Assist in planning and executing New International Student Orientation at the beginning of each semester

Provide support to BJU international recruitment efforts

Some travel may be required

Be on call and available to advise for international student emergency medical needs, including assisting with insurance claims

Uphold BJU’s spiritual expectations

Grow in biblical counseling proficiency through experience & study

Communicate the religious beliefs of BJU to international students & affiliates, answering questions concerning faith, doctrine, and creed of BJU.

Maintain positive & constructive spirit.

Work with the campus database system to save all communications

Perform additional office functions as assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Native fluency in at least one foreign language is essential (Chinese, Korean or Spanish)

Experience working and studying abroad

Demonstrate strong organizational and analytical skills

Ability to relate well to people from diverse cultures

Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to plan and implement goals

Strong computer experience with technology applications

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Excellent customer service and public relations skills

Professional presentation experience

Computer Skills & Programs

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Skype

Microsoft Teams

Outlook

Social Media

An applicant for a position in the Bob Jones University group — Bob Jones University, Bob Jones Academy or BJU Press — must be a born-again Christian who has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Each applicant must agree with and affirm the Bob Jones University creed, mission (see https://www.bju.edu/about/creed-mission.php) and core biblical doctrines regarding areas such as the Bible, the triune God, man and salvation, etc. Employees are expected to maintain a conservative lifestyle and support the group’s positions on issues such as beverage alcohol and addictive substances, creation, marriage and human sexuality and the sanctity of life, etc., (https://www.bju.edu/about/positions.php). Employees are to be active members of a local Bible‑believing church which holds orthodox theology. Whether in the classroom, online, through student activities, or through the preparation of educational materials for Christian schools and homeschool families, applicants must be committed to providing students an excellent, world‑class education from a biblical worldview that prepares them for a lifetime of service for Jesus Christ.

Preferred Bachelors or better.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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