Assistant Director International Off-Campus Programs
Assistant Director International Off-Campus Programs
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Ohio Wesleyan University a selective private undergraduate liberal arts residential institution founded in 1842 and located just 20 miles north of Columbus is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Director International & OffCampus Programs (IOCP). This is a fulltime salaried position with benefits.
About you:
The Assistant Director IOCP plays a vital role in supporting global education at Ohio Wesleyan. Providing support primarily to our international students the person in this position takes the lead for intercultural programming and advising and for student immigration education and institutional compliance as an SEVP Designated School Official. Additionally the Assistant Director supports other IOCP global programming. You will be a bachelor degree holder in a relevant field with experience working effectively and inclusively with diverse constituencies and international communities especially in higher education. You will be eligible to be a DHS SEVP Designated School Official. Preferably you will have experience as a DSO and with Terra Dottas StudioAbroadsoftware.
About us:
Ohio Wesleyan University has a long history of international educational exchange going back to the 19th Century. International & OffCampus Programs plays a vital and central role in the OWU Connection OWUs signature program by providing high impact global educational experiences for all students. Reporting to the Provost the IOCP Office regularly collaborates with offices across campus.
Job Summary:
This position supports international education and internationalization at Ohio Wesleyan with a primary focus on international student services and advising through programming workshops oneonone counseling and the preparation of educational materials and communications. The incumbent acts as a frontline DHS SEVP Designated School Official and ensures institutional compliance with Federal regulations. Additionally the incumbent supports international exchange and students who study offcampus.
Responsibilities and duties:
- Create and manage educational programming to promote international student compliance with immigration and tax regulations and to promote student development and adjustment to American culture.
- Provide cultural and immigration advising and support.
- Serve as Designated School Official for SEVIS perform SEVIS data reporting tasks.
- Plan organize and lead New International Student Orientation (NISO) and ongoing orientation activities during the first semester.
- Support an inclusive and diverse campus culture and intercultural understanding. Advocate for international students within the University and the local community.
- Serve advisor and advocate for student clubs especially Horizons International.
- Advise students about international and offcampus educational opportunities.
- Assist with programs for students who engage in international and off campus experiences.
- Assist with the international and offcampus risk management and critical incident response.
- Assist with program assessment and institutional reporting.
- Factors contributing success:
- Bachelors Degree.
- Eligibility to serve as a SEVIS DSO be a U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident as required by law. Experience as a DSO preferred.
- Experience working effectively in a highly diverse setting; experience with international communities and with crosscultural communication.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced environment to solve problems creatively to pivot quickly when required while maintaining a high degree of professionalism.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Experience with Terra Dotta Inc.s StudioAbroadpreferred.
- Experience with Glacier Tax Sprintaxor other NRA software preferred.
Completed application packets will include:
- Cover Letter with salary requirements
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidateswho apply by March 14th 2025 will be given preferential consideration.
NOTE:Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Ohio Wesleyan University offers a rewarding place to work! To discover why this should be your next work home visit our website. Learn more about our benefits at Discover our Benefits. As an equal opportunity institution OWU has a commitment to diversity equity inclusion and antiracism. We do not discriminate on any basis including: race religion color culture national origin sex and/or sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression age marital status veteran status disability status economic barriers or any other legally protected factor.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
