Director of International Programs at Northeastern Illinois University

ABOUT NORTHEASTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY

Northeastern Illinois University, founded in 1867, has an enrollment of approximately 5,700 students across its College of Arts and Sciences, Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education, College of Business and Technology, and College of Graduate Studies and Research. As the most diverse public comprehensive university in the Midwest, Northeastern is recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and Minority-Serving Institution by the U.S. Department of Education. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including certificates, licensure, and endorsement programs. Alongside its main campus in Chicago, Northeastern has additional locations at the Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies and El Centro. It is also a founding member of the University Center of Lake County consortium campus.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

Reporting directly to the Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Director of International Programs plays a critical role in leading Northeastern Illinois University in a globally oriented environment. The director is responsible for the planning, marketing, delivery, and oversight of the university’s international programs, with a focus on streamlining operations, digitization, and increasing international enrollments. Key duties include:

– Leading global and international strategic planning, visioning, and implementation efforts at the university.
– Developing and executing a comprehensive global engagement plan, which includes the recruitment of undergraduate and graduate students, study abroad programs, international partnerships, and visiting scholars.
– Collaborating with various university offices and academic colleges to effectively recruit and retain international students.
– Identifying trends and providing support for international student recruiting, retention, and success.
– Supervising staff and personnel matters, including recruitment, evaluation, supervision, and professional development.
– Maintaining communications with current international partners and cultivating new partnerships to increase international enrollments.
– Leading efforts to increase student participation in study abroad programs and attracting a greater number of international students to the university.
– Ensuring compliance with federal regulations related to student visa processing and recordkeeping.
– Managing budgets, planning, oversight, and procurement for all international program budgets.
– Performing any other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

– Master’s Degree with 7-10 years of relevant experience and progressive leadership in growing international student enrollments.
– Demonstrated experience in streamlining International Program operations, utilizing technology, managing staff, and implementing cost-effective recruitment tools.
– Preferred experience working with federal agencies on student and faculty visas.
– Knowledge of international issues and trends in higher education, including best practices in international education and federal regulations supporting international student and scholar success.
– Familiarity with student recruitment, effective marketing strategies, faculty engagement, research, and studying abroad.
– Comprehensive knowledge of international education, program design and development, budget management, and staff supervision.
– Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators on program and policy development.
– Proven ability to develop and maintain domestic and international education partnerships.
– Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally and utilize virtual marketing and recruitment tools.
– Strong organizational, communication, and diplomatic skills.
– Outstanding interpersonal skills to promote collaboration and teamwork.
– Ability to navigate intercultural and international settings with cultural sensitivity and diplomacy.
– Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

– Experience as a responsible officer (RO) for a college/university campus through Homeland Security and experience with SEVIS.
– Success in obtaining funds through federal funding programs to support internationalization of academic programs and global research and development.
– Fundraising and stewardship experience for international partnerships and programs.
– Ability to inspire staff, foster collaboration, and engage diverse groups of constituents.

Note: This position requires a background check.

Salary & Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package is included, featuring health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

To Apply:

To apply for the position of Director of International Programs at Northeastern Illinois University, please visit the following link: [insert application link].

Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, persons with disabilities, and other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Please note that Northeastern Illinois University’s positions are contingent upon the University’s receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation