Director, International Student & Scholar Services

About the role

The Director will lead the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO), serving as the Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) and Responsible Officer (RO). Key responsibilities include overseeing immigration compliance and support services for F and J visa holders, providing guidance on various aspects of their status, and promoting the success and integration of international students and scholars.

Responsibilities

• Oversee immigration compliance and support services for F and J visa holders
• Provide guidance on immigration, academic, personal, financial, and cultural matters
• Develop and implement programs, policies, and services to support compliance, student success, and cross-cultural learning
• Collaborate with academic units, student affairs partners, faculty, and administrative offices to foster student success and engagement
• Manage the operations, personnel, budget, and assessment activities of the ISSO
• Act as a key university resource on immigration and international student and scholar matters

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in International Education or equivalent
• Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in international student and scholar services, including leadership or supervisory experience
• Extensive knowledge of federal regulations governing F-1 and J-1 students and scholars, including SEVIS compliance requirements
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively across cultures

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in international education
• A strong commitment to student-centered service
• Extensive experience managing regulatory compliance in a higher education setting

Skills

• Expertise in immigration compliance and federal regulations governing international students and scholars
• Experience living, studying, or working in a cross-cultural environment

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$77,655 annually

Schedule

Full-time