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Director of International Student & Scholar Services

Employer
Whitman College
Location
Walla Walla, Washington State
Salary
$70,000-$76,000/year
Closing date
Oct 10, 2024
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Job Details

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Director of International Student and Scholar Services takes the leading role in ensuring Whitman College’s

institutional compliance with federal regulations related to F-1 international student enrollment and J-1 visiting

scholars. The Director provides ongoing support to approximately 300 international students and scholars

annually, advocates for their needs across the college, and facilitates international student engagement with the

broader community. This position is in-person during the academic year with the option of hybrid work during the summer.

 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Federal Immigration Compliance (40%)

2. Support for International Students on Campus (30%)

3. Orientation for New International Students & Scholars (10%)

4. ISSS-Related Technology (10%)

5. Support for International Alumni (10%) 


REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Applicants must be able to explain and/or demonstrate that they possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to

safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

 

1. Knowledge and skills to keep the College in compliance with federal laws governing the stay of F and J visa

 holders, including working knowledge of international tax treaties, Social Security requirements and the

 Code of Federal Regulations interpreted by NAFSA.

2. Critical thinking skills and ability to exercise sound judgment in complex advising situations that are not

 specifically addressed within the F-1 and J-1 regulations.

3. Interpersonal skills for working in cross-cultural settings with various constituencies (college students,

 parents, faculty and staff colleagues) and ability to work effectively with those whose first language is not

 English.

4. Commitment to advancing the College’s core values of diversity, equity, inclusion and antiracism.

5. Time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities to meet deadlines.

6. High standard of discretion in handling confidential information.

7. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills, and attention to detail.

8. Knowledge of Google apps, Microsoft apps, familiarity with any international student management

 software (e.g., Sunapsis, Terra Dotta), and Zoom conferencing.

9. Ability to travel domestically a few times annually for professional meetings.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor's degree.

2. Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in an international office as a PDSO or DSO.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Active NAFSA: Association of International Educators membership.

2. Experience living outside the United States (such as studying or working abroad).

Candidates should apply here: https://whitman.bamboohr.com/careers/373

 

 

Company

Located in the historic community of Walla Walla in Washington State, Whitman’s vibrant and beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, welcoming and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and a fiercely loyal and growing number of engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country. Whitman College is cultivating a community built on inclusion and belonging. We recognize the value of those who can offer historically underrepresented perspectives and encourage applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights from lived experience can add to the college’s working and learning environment. Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO) .

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