Assistant Director of International Office/Study Abroad – Bloomington, Illinois job with Illinois Wesleyan University | 171367

### Position Overview

**Company:** Illinois Wesleyan University (IWU)

**Role:** Assistant Director of International Office/Study Abroad

**Location:** On-campus, full-time position with generous benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, significant time off, and access to various tuition scholarship programs for employees and their dependents.

**Introduction:** The Assistant Director of the International Office/Study Abroad will play a pivotal role as a primary contact for the International Office and International Admissions. This position involves managing the abroad@iwu.edu email account and co-managing the internationaloffice@iwu.edu account, handling initial communications, and serving as the main contact for all study abroad communications. The selected candidate will also lead the execution of study abroad programs and promote interest in study abroad opportunities at IWU, while providing support to international recruitment and admissions efforts. The role also includes serving as a backup Designated School Official (DSO) and ensuring compliance with federal regulations as mandated by the Department of Homeland Security.

### Key Responsibilities

1. **Study Abroad Advising:**
– Advise students on study abroad options and guide them through the application process.
– Review and process IWU study abroad applications.
– Prepare and conduct online and in-person pre-departure orientations.
– Coordinate the review of study abroad scholarship applications with the Study Abroad Advisory Committee.
– Design and implement marketing campaigns for study abroad, including event planning, print, email, video content, and social media strategy.
– Assist with visa applications as required.

2. **Administration of Study Abroad Programs:**
– Oversee IWU London and IWU Barcelona programs, including director recruitment, partner liaison, contract review, and budget preparation.
– Support short-term travel, develop online brochures and applications via Terra Dotta, assist faculty leaders, and register students with STEP.
– Review, approve, and manage spending reconciliations.
– Coordinate information sharing with campus partners and monitor international risk and safety (USDOS, CDC, OSAC, NAFSA, AlertTraveler).

3. **Support Recruitment and Admissions:**
– Represent IWU at recruitment events and meet prospective students concerning study abroad opportunities.
– Act as a member of the International Admissions Committee, manage communications and documents related to international admissions, and assist in executing an international student recruitment plan.

4. **International Student Advisory/DSO Backup:**
– Assist students in compliance with regulations on status, visas, and passports.
– Facilitate orientation sessions and process office financial transactions.
– Provide general support for international office operations.

### Qualifications

– **Education:** Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
– **Experience:** Three years of related experience.
– **Legal Requirement:** U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency is necessary to serve as a DSO/ARO.
– **Skills:** Proficient in study abroad program advising, knowledgeable about Terra Dotta, familiar with undergraduate curriculum and requirements. Ability to learn databases and adhere to policies and processes.
– **Travel:** Some local, national, and international travel may be required.

### Application Instructions

Submit a cover letter, resume, and contact details for three professional references. The application can be downloaded at [IWU Human Resources](www.iwu.edu/human-resources/Positions.html).

**Application Review:** Begins immediately; the position remains open until filled.

**Submit Applications To:**

– **Email:** hr@iwu.edu
– **Address:**
– Illinois Wesleyan University
– Human Resources, Holmes 209
– 1312 N. Park Street
– Bloomington, IL 61701
– **Phone:** (309) 556-3536
– **Fax:** (309) 556-1710

**Compensation:** $46,000 annually ($23.59/hr)

**Additional Information:** A pre-employment background investigation will be conducted for the final candidate. IWU does not sponsor H-1B or other work authorization visas for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of hire and maintain authorization throughout employment.

### About Illinois Wesleyan University

Founded in 1850 and nestled between major metropolitan areas of Chicago, St. Louis, MO, and Indianapolis, IN, Illinois Wesleyan University is an independent, residential Liberal Arts institution with approximately 1,600 students. The Bloomington-Normal community, home to four higher education institutions, offers a variety of eateries, activities, and civic engagement opportunities. IWU is dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community, providing students with a robust educational experience and preparing them for global leadership roles after graduation. IWU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

For more information on IWU’s commitments to diversity and its sexual misconduct policy, visit [IWU Diversity](www.iwu.edu/diversity) and [Sexual Misconduct Policy](www.iwu.edu/human-resources/SexualMisconductPolicy.html)