Director of the Office of International Programs
- Location
- College of St. Scholastica, Inc., Duluth, MN, US
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Compensation
- $59k – $76k
About this role
Job Summary:
The College of St. Scholastica seeks a Director of the Office of International Programs (OIP) to oversee institutional compliance with Department of Homeland Security regulations as the Primary Designated School Official (PDSO). Reporting to the Duluth campus, the Director leads OIP daily operations, budget management, and student support programming while advancing campus-wide internationalization. In collaboration with Enrollment Management and academic departments, the Director supports strategic international yield initiatives, chairs the advisory International Committee, and advocates for F-1 student success and cultural integration.
This is a 12-month, full-time position with comprehensive benefits located on the Duluth campus. Occasional evening and weekend commitments are required.
Education and Experience:
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:
- Master’s degree in International Education, Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel, or a related field, plus a minimum of 2 years of experience in a higher education international programs office, including at least 1 year as a Designated School Official (DSO).
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field, plus a minimum of 4 years of experience in a higher education international programs office, including at least 2 years as a Designated School Official (DSO).
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and directly related international student advising/compliance experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Must meet U.S. Department of Homeland Security eligibility requirements to serve as PDSO (must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident)
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact effectively with diverse student populations.
- Ability to adapt to changing workflow demands while managing time and deadlines effectively.
- Excellent written and oral skills.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
- Fluency in a second, non-English language.
- Experience using Workday SIS
- Experience working one-on-one with English as a Second Language speakers.
- 1 year of experience as a PDSO
Key Responsibilities:
SEVIS Compliance
- Serve as the PDSO, overseeing and confirming institutional compliance with immigration regulations as they pertain to F-1 students and applications so the College maintains a valid program as is pursuant to the role of PDSO.
- Maintain updates to the College’s I-17.
- Coordinate institutional workflows and SEVIS compliance protocols to guide international students through graduation, ensuring rigorous reporting, status maintenance, and compliance for post-completion authorizations (such as OPT, STEM OPT, and U.S. work pathways).
- Ensure accurate processing of employment/reduced course load authorizations and transfer functions in SEVIS.
- Implement and oversee the processes to ensure consistent, accurate maintenance of SEVIS profiles.
- Assess the feasibility, application, and institutional launch of a Department of State J-1 Exchange Visitor Program, serving as the prospective Responsible Officer (RO) upon program approval
Student Support, Advocacy & Programming
- Streamline College processes and resources to foster successful campus-wide adjustment for international students.
- Advocate for international students to ensure campus policies and processes reflect their needs and experiences.
- Organize and implement social and informational programming to serve international students and the campus community.
Departmental Operations
- Manage the Office of International Programs (OIP), including management of budget and student staff.
- Serve on campus-wide committees.
- Evaluate St. Scholastica's international program to meet the College's strategic plan and to comply with government requirements.
- Assist with International Student enrollment in mandated health insurance
Strategic Enrollment & Campus Collaborations
- Partner with Enrollment Management to analyze global mobility trends and establish international yield strategies.
- Work across departments to maximize comprehensive internationalization within the context of the Benedictine values.
- Educate the campus community on ways to foster an educational and work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds
- Serve as chair of the International Committee, leading an advisory body of campus representatives from Athletics, Academics, Enrollment Management, Student Affairs, and Academic Affairs to guide international student initiatives and policy.
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