Missouri University of Science and Technology is searching for an experienced Senior Director to lead the university’s international initiatives. As the Senior Internationalization Officer (SIO), the successful candidate will work closely with various departments on campus to provide support for international students and scholars. This includes collaborating with Graduate and International Admissions, International Student and Scholar Services, Student Diversity Initiatives, the Division of Student Affairs, the Office of Human Resources, and other key partners. Additionally, the Senior Director will oversee the expansion and maintenance of international partnership agreements. Reporting to the Provost, this position will have significant influence on campus and will contribute to establishing Missouri S&T as a global leader in research, teaching, and innovation.
Founded in 1870, Missouri S&T is a land-grant and space-grant institution with a strong academic heritage. The university has over 7,000 students, including nearly 1,000 international students, and boasts a faculty of more than 350 renowned experts in their fields. Missouri S&T is recognized for its career placement and return on investment, particularly in engineering. The university has a network of approximately 60,000 alumni, including astronauts, scientists, engineers, inventors, and business leaders. Missouri S&T is part of the University of Missouri System, benefiting from shared services, partnerships, and collaboration with peer institutions.
Located in Rolla, Missouri, Missouri S&T enjoys a picturesque setting surrounded by the natural beauty of the Missouri Ozarks. Rolla is a welcoming and affordable community that offers ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, excellent K-12 schools, and a regional medical center. The city is about 1.5 hours away from the vibrant urban amenities of the St. Louis area, including world-class museums, shopping, sporting events, and cultural attractions.
The Senior Director of International Initiatives will serve as a subject matter expert on globalization at Missouri S&T. They will have the opportunity to hire a full-time staff member to support their work in scaling up the university’s international efforts. Key responsibilities include developing a comprehensive plan and goals for internationalization, coordinating programs and services to increase intercultural understanding, assessing the effectiveness of existing services, managing a master calendar of events, creating a website to compile related resources, overseeing international travel processes, maintaining international partnerships, providing guidance on international protocols, and advocating for international students and scholars.
Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree or higher, and at least six years of experience in internationalization in higher education. They should possess knowledge and appreciation of cultural differences, with experience living or working in international settings being desirable. Expertise in areas such as international student recruitment, programming, services, and partnership agreements is essential. The successful candidate should have demonstrated experience in program administration and the ability to lead through influence. Supervisory experience is desirable but not required.
This position is based on the Missouri S&T campus in Rolla, Missouri, and regular in-person work is required. However, a hybrid work schedule may be considered for highly qualified applicants.
To apply, interested candidates should submit a resume/CV and a letter of interest highlighting their qualifications. The review of applications will begin on May 1 and will continue until the position is filled.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $90,000 – $110,000 annually. Salary will be determined based on factors such as education, skills, and relevant experience.
Missouri S&T values the uniqueness of individuals and believes that diversity enhances success. They encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. In the application materials, candidates should discuss their experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich the missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by state or federal law. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be requested by contacting the Office of Equity & Title IX
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