OVERVIEW The Director of the Center for International Engagement (CIE) at Trinity University provides strategic leadership for the institution’s global initiatives and internationalization efforts. Reporting to the Associate Provost, this role serves as the Senior International Officer and plays a central role in advancing global learning across the university. The position brings together vision, coordination, and leadership to strengthen Trinity University’s international presence and engagement. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – Provide strategic leadership for the university’s global initiatives and internationalization efforts – Advance global learning across the institution – Oversee international programs and partnerships – Lead study abroad programs – Lead international student and scholar services – Serve as the Senior International Officer for the institution REQUIREMENTS WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS International engagement is a critical component of a comprehensive liberal arts education, and this role ensures that global perspectives are meaningfully integrated into the academic and co-curricular experience. By guiding international programs, partnerships, and mobility opportunities, the Director helps prepare students to thrive in an interconnected world. The position also supports the success and inclusion of international students and scholars, strengthening the university community as a whole. BONUS: APPLICATION ADVICE – Clearly articulate your philosophy of internationalization and how it aligns with advancing global learning at a university level. – Highlight leadership experiences that demonstrate your ability to coordinate complex international programs or initiatives across multiple stakeholders. – Emphasize any experience working closely with senior academic leadership, as the role reports to the Associate Provost. – Discuss your approach to supporting both outbound study abroad and inbound international student and scholar services in a cohesive strategy. – Prepare examples that show how you have contributed to building or sustaining international partnerships and institutional engagement globally.