INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants will be expected to provide:
- A Resume
- A cover letter that addresses the candidate's professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
- A list of three professional references with contact information
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Position Information
Posting Details
Official Job Title INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR
Working Title: Director, International Student and Scholar Services
Position Number 02398259
Division Academic Affairs
Department B057600 CTR FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUC
Position Type Limited Appointment
Appointment Type Limited
Pay Basis Annual
Salary Grade 27
FLSA Status Exempt
Percent 100
Posting Type Staff
UWM Description
The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin's second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as "R1" by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has a branch campus in Waukesha.
UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/
School/College/Division Description
The Center for International Education (https://uwm.edu/cie/) ( CIE ) is a comprehensive unit committed to developing, promoting and implementing international education initiatives for students, faculty, staff and our community. The Center's activities include study abroad, international admissions, International student and scholar services, strategic international partnerships, connecting local and global issues through outreach, supporting the employment of foreign national faculty, and promoting campus internationalization.
Job Summary
The Director of International Student & Scholar Services creates and defines departmental goals and objectives, supervises staff and oversees the daily operation of all International Student & Scholar Services ( ISSS ) team activities within the Center for International Education. The ISSS team is responsible for immigration advising for international students, scholars and employees, and ensuring UWM's compliance with federal regulations governing the institution's ability to host international students, scholars, and employees. The Director provides guidance and leadership in a continually changing regulatory and higher education environment and must stay abreast of changes from the U.S. Departments of State, Homeland Security, and Labor and convey these changes to ISSS , international students, scholars, employees, and the UWM community.
Work will be performed primarily on-site. Hybrid work options may be available with specifics regarding work location requirements discussed during the interview process.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Prior experience as a Designated School Official ( DSO )
- Two years of experience working with international students in an educational environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Five or more years working in higher education
- Master's Degree
- Supervisory experience of two or more staff
- Experience with SEVIS Batch Processing
- Experience as a Principal Designated School Official ( PDSO ) and Responsible Officer (RO)
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to advocate for international students
Target Salary Range $80,000-$90,000/annually (Salary will be determined by finalist's experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.)
Benefits and Total Rewards
As part of UWM's commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits/leave/) including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits-to-benefit-you-and-your-life/)
Application Instructions
Applicants will be expected to provide:
- A Resume
- A cover letter that addresses the candidate's professional level work experience as it relates to all required and preferred qualifications.
- A list of three professional references with contact information
In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.
Application Deadline 11/25/2024
Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No
If Continuous, Initial Review Date
Position Contact Name Zoe Carballido
Contact Phone 414-251-9294
Contact Email carball3@uwm.edu
Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message "Your application has been submitted" is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.
Legal Notices
AA/EO Statement
UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.
Reasonable Accommodations
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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials
UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM's Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Job Categories Academic/Faculty Affairs, Student Services
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- References
Optional Documents