The International Student Recruiter is a staff position within the Department of Global Engagement at the College of Lake County (CLC). Under the supervision of the Director of Global Engagement, the International Student Recruiter is responsible for conducting activities related to the recruitment and admission of international students. They also provide support services to prospective international students and college partners.

The International Student Recruiter will assist in developing and executing a comprehensive recruitment strategy and marketing plan for international student recruitment, admissions, and marketing outreach. They will also serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) to produce non-immigrant I-20 documentation for students to obtain F1 visas. The International Student Recruiter plays an active role in the College’s internationalization efforts and is dedicated to achieving the College’s strategic goals and objectives for international student recruitment.

The College of Lake County offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance plans, tuition support, retirement plans, disability and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, generous vacation and personal time off, and paid holidays.

To qualify for this position, applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of experience in recruitment, admissions, student development, or student affairs at a college or university. They must also be available for international travel, be a U.S. citizen with a U.S. passport, and have excellent communication and presentation skills. Proficiency with office technology and internet communications is required, as is experience in developing and executing marketing, student recruitment, or outreach plans. Eligibility to serve as a DSO is also required.

Preferred qualifications for this position include a Master’s degree, two years of experience with application processing and international admissions credential evaluation, and familiarity with SEVIS and F-1 visa regulations. Academic background related to international studies or foreign languages, as well as study abroad and cross-cultural experience, is desired. Experience with students from diverse backgrounds and bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English are also preferred.

This position was posted on July 13, 2023, and the closing date is not specified. The expected start date, special instructions, and interview process requirements are also not provided.

The International Student Recruiter will work full-time at the Grayslake location, with a total of 40 hours per week. The regular work schedule is Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. However, evenings and weekends may be required occasionally for department events, and domestic and international travel may involve weekends and evenings.

Software testing is required for Powerpoint, Excel, and MS Word proficiency, and the interview process includes a presentation.

The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. It seeks candidates from a broad spectrum, including minorities, women, and people with disabilities.

The essential functions of this position involve department operations and procedures, student and customer service, and project leadership. Responsibilities include managing the international admission procedures, coordinating admissions for international students, establishing and maintaining external contacts, developing recruitment strategies, representing the College during travel, and assisting with international student services.

To apply for this position, interested individuals can visit the College of Lake County’s job portal at https://jobs.clcillinois.edu/postings/23879. The provided job ID is jeid-740a984ee47b6c4eafeed1d056663af0