Associate Director of International Program Center - Range D

Associate Director of International Program Center - Range D

Bemidji State University (BSU) invites applicants to join our team as the Associate Director (AD) of International Program Center (IPC). The AD of IPC will report to the Director of the IPC and serve students at BSU and NTC. There are six functional areas within the IPC: international student recruitment, international student admissions, international student services, international scholar services, study abroad program management, and faculty led program development.

The AD will take the lead on international student admissions, international student services, and international scholar services. The AD will also provide support in the remaining areas to ensure alignment with the University and IPC goals.

Responsibilities of the AD of IPC include:

• Leading efforts on international student admissions. (30%).
• Leading efforts on international student services. (30%)
• Leading efforts on international scholar services. (20%)
• Supporting efforts of other areas of office. (15%)
• Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Salary Range:
Depends on Qualifications;
Range D ($54,616 - $117,191)

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master's Degree plus three years of relevant experience or Bachelor's Degree plus four years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of post-secondary training, education and/or professional experience.
• Three years serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) and experience in compliance with immigration regulations and application of USCIS regulations.
• Three years of experience working with F, M, and/or J visas and the Department of Homeland Security's (F, M) and Department of State's (J) laws and regulations on their respective visas and the regulations surrounding course of study requirements, on and off campus work authorization, extensions of stay, change of visa status processes, and termination of students' SEVIS records.
• Extensive knowledge of and ability to utilize Image Now or similar software; ISRS, SEVIS, Liaison, Navigate, etc.
• Ability to serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Office (ARO) and navigate the Student Exchange and Visitor Program (SEVP) through the Student Exchange and Visitor Information System (SEVIS), issue I-20 and DS-2019 (
  
  Note:
  
  in order to serve in this role, the employee must either be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the U.S.).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, cross-cultural sensitivity and presentation skills.
• Cross-cultural advising and programming experience with demonstrated effectiveness in interpersonal communication with an international population.
• A demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism.

Preferred Qualification

• One (1) semester of overseas experience, in a study or living situation.
• Bilingual or multilingual.
• Knowledge of higher education and direct experience at the college or university level working with international F and J students.
• Experience analyzing data and using it to shape strategic decisions. Familiarity with international funnel/cycle.
• Experience managing budgets.

Working Conditions

• This position is 12-month, in-person, on-campus. Working conditions are primarily in an office setting. Travel to other sites (domestic and international), occasional evening and weekend work, and occasional overnight travel are required.

Physical Effort

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to travel by various modes of transportation including airplane, automobile, bus, and train.

Other Requirements

• All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of an offer of employment. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.
• Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Associate of Administrative and Service Faculty (MSUAASF) – see agreement.
• In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (Minn State) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, faculty and staff driving on college/university business, who use a rental or state vehicle, shall be required to complete a vehicle Use Agreement form and conform to Minn State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.
• BSU is a tobacco free workplace ( see policy ).

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Full-time / Exempt;
Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Telework (Yes/No)

No

A complete application will include the following attachments:

• Cover letter, which addresses the required qualifications and your specific interest in working at BSU.
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae.

Inquiries about the position:

Matt Hiller, Director of the IPC

Phone:

Email: matthew.hiller

If you have general questions about this posting or submitting an application, contact Mary Miller ler