Director of International Education

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the strategic vision, mission, and long-term goals for the International Education Department.
• Ensure college compliance with federal regulations, specifically SEVIS and DHS guidelines related to F-1 student visas.
• Manage departmental operations, including staff supervision, budget management, and policy development.
• Create initiatives to increase internationalization at the college, including study abroad and Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) programs.
• Collect and analyze data to assess and improve the international student experience.
• Foster collaboration between college departments, external partners, area businesses, and community organizations.
• Resolve student concerns and provide support to international populations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience regarding international student trends and issues.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with immigration laws, federal laws, and F-1 visa guidelines.
• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an educational or student activities setting.
• Demonstrated ability to serve students from varied academic and personal backgrounds.
• Proven ability to build relationships within international communities.

Benefits

• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents for all Sinclair courses and programs.
• Support for continued training and education, including tuition reimbursement.
• OPERS pension participation option with a 14% employer contribution.
• 4+ weeks of personal and vacation leave, plus 3+ weeks of sick leave annually.
• 14 observed company holidays per year.
• Competitive insurance programs, including an HSA with an annual employer contribution.

About the Company

Sinclair Community College is a leading educational institution dedicated to providing high-quality learning opportunities and fostering a diverse, global community.