Director, International Student Support
Dartmouth College
- Hanover, NH
- Training
- Full-time
Closing date
Open Until Filled Yes
Position Number 1128805
Position Title Director, International Student Support
Department this Position Reports to Office of the Provost
Hiring Range Minimum $93,200
Hiring Range Maximum $116,400
Union Type Not a Union Position
SEIU Level Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status Exempt
Employment Category Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year 12
Scheduled Hours per Week 40
Schedule
Location of PositionHanover, NH
Remote Work Eligibility? Onsite only
Is this a term position? No
If yes, length of term in months. NA
Is this a grant funded position? No
Position PurposeThe Director, International Student Support at Dartmouth College serves as the lead administrator responsible for international student support on campus. Serving undergraduates, graduate students, and professional students, the Director coordinates support across a variety of different academic levels specific to international students and provides programming for international students in the context of Dartmouth's larger curricular and cocurricular goals. Works closely with other members of the campus community that supports aspects of global Dartmouth, e.g., Office of Visa and Immigration Services, Office of Pluralism and Leadership, and the division of Institutional Diversity and Equity, as well as with other student support professionals.
Description
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp Masters or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
- At least six years' experience in international student support in higher education.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate, identify opportunities, and take action to build effective cross-departmental and cross-divisional relationships to achieve institutional goals.
- Exceptional oral and written communication, planning, project management and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to prepare detailed reports, create educational programs, and produce assessments.
- Working knowledge of insurance, tax, and employment issues related to international students.
- Demonstrated commitment to advancing best practices across multiple offices in large, complex organizations.
- A track record of commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ongoing engagement with professional organizations (e.g., NAFSA)
- Experience living, working, and/or studying abroad.
Department Contact Phone Number kyle.m.hastbacka@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title Barbara Will, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
Department Contact's Phone Number
Equal Opportunity EmployerDartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background CheckEmployment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job? Preferred, but not required
Special Instructions to ApplicantsDartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.Additional Instructions
Quick LinkKey AccountabilitiesDescriptionStudent Support -
- Directs undergraduate international student support and coordinates graduate and professional school international student support. This includes arrival support; international student orientation; barrier removal; housing and transportation support; health and wellness support; and inclusivity. Establishes appropriate parameters around addressing needs.
- Liaises with the Office of Visa and Immigration Services (OVIS), Financial Aid Office, and others to help students access information on regulations and financial need from the appropriate offices.
- Creates a cross-departmental transition team that formalizes the transition process for undergraduate students from Admissions to on-campus support.
- Works with the Guarini School for Graduate and Advanced Studies, Tuck School of Business, Geisel School of Medicine, and Thayer School of Engineering to ensure that appropriate concerns specific to international graduate and professional students are addressed.
- Develops and regularly updates an international student handbook to serve as a guide for incoming students.
DescriptionInstitutional coordination -
- Serves as the hub for international student support; addresses international student needs across the institution.
- Develops and oversees a comprehensive plan for supporting the international student population across campus in coordination with other entities on campus; works as a partner and collaborator.
- Annually evaluates information provided to students in advance of their arrival at Dartmouth to make sure it is comprehensive and appropriate to their needs.
DescriptionProgramming -
- Develops programming, both on and off campus, that fosters cross-cultural understanding and provides leadership opportunities for international students across the campus.
- Liaises with OVIS, the Center for Professional Development, and other campus career offices on internship, post-graduate fellowships, and career tracks for international students.
- Works to ensure ongoing opportunities for international students to connect with alumni.
DescriptionSupervision -
- Hire, lead, direct, train both professional and student staff.
- Set goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with office plans and vision
- Organize workflow and ensuring that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
- Monitor professional and student employee productivity and providing constructive feedback and coaching
-- Performs other duties as assigned.