Assistant Provost for Global Engagement/Chief International Officer

Department: SU Academic Affairs-Academic Operations, PM

About the Role

Lead Salisbury University’s comprehensive global engagement strategy by overseeing the full portfolio of the Janet Dudley Eshbach Center for International Education (CIE), including study abroad, study away (National Student Exchange), international admissions, international student & scholar services, the English Language Institute (ELI), and bilateral student exchange programs that bring visiting students to SU. Strengthen global partnerships, expand international learning opportunities, and collaborate across campus to advance internationalization, intercultural learning, and SU’s global visibility.

Reports to the Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs. There are currently 2 full-time staff and 3 full-time faculty reporting to this position.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Janet Dudley Eshbach Center for International Education (CIE), including study abroad, study away (National Student Exchange), international admissions, international student & scholar services, the English Language Institute (ELI), and bilateral student exchange programs.
• Strengthen global partnerships and expand international learning opportunities.
• Collaborate across campus to advance internationalization, intercultural learning, and SU’s global visibility.
• Serve as Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) for the F-1 visa program and Responsible Officer (RO) for the J-1 visa program.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (international education, higher education administration, or related field preferred).
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in international education.
• Strong knowledge of immigration compliance, risk management, and global higher education trends.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and intercultural skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty and academic leadership.
• Ability to be recognized by USCIS as Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) for the F-1 visa program and Responsible Officer (RO) for the J-1 visa program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a public university setting.
• Proficiency in one or more foreign languages.
• Record of securing external funding for international programs.

Pay

$133,000 - $155,000

Benefits

The position is a full-time, exempt, state role with comprehensive benefits.

Schedule

Full-time, permanent position.