SENIOR DIRECTOR OF INTERNATIONAL INITIATIVES 00090679
Missouri University of Science & Technology
Rolla, MO
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 3, 2024
Hiring Department
Office of the Provost
Job Description
Missouri University of Science and Technology, a leading STEM-focused public research university, seeks a dynamic and experienced professional to coordinate the university's international initiatives. The Senior Director will play a pivotal role in aligning campus services and resources to enhance support for a vibrant community of international students and scholars and will serve as the university's Senior Internationalization Officer (SIO).As part of these efforts, the incumbent is expected to form close working relationships with Graduate and International Admissions, International Student and Scholar Services, Student Diversity Initiatives, the Division of Student Affairs, the Office of Human Resources, and other key collaborators. The Senior Director will also guide the university's efforts to expand and maintain Missouri S&T's international partnership agreements. Reporting directly to the Provost, the Senior Director will have campus-wide influence and guide efforts to further position Missouri S&T as a global leader in research, teaching, and innovation.
Key Position Responsibilities
The Senior Director of International Initiatives will serve as a leading subject matter expert on globalization at Missouri S&T and will have initial funding to hire one full-time staff member(e.g.,a program coordinator)to help scale their efforts. As a result of the Senor Director's work, the university will move toward a more cohesive, coordinated, and effective support infrastructure for campus internationalization. This scope of work may include-but is not limited to-the following roles and responsibilities: Establish a cohesive plan and accompanying goals for campus internationalization that align with Missouri S&T's larger strategic plan and the university's North Star Goals.
- Coordinate programs, services, and resources provided by units across campus to increase internationalization and intercultural understanding, including services to orient international students upon arrival to the United States
- Lead key assessment activities (e.g., surveys, focus groups, program assessments) to determine effectiveness of existing services and areas of need for additional programs/services/resources related to campus internationalization
- Manage a master calendar of relevant events, ensuring that these are adequate and proposing further programs or events as needed
- Create and maintain a one-stop website to collate all resources relevant to international students/scholars and intercultural issues
- Manage the tracking process that all students, faculty, and staff follow when traveling internationally to promote safety and security of university employees, students, and assets
- Establish, manage, and assess all agreements and memoranda of understanding with international universities and other relevant organizations, including the formulation of criteria for creating and continuing such agreements and serving as a liaison to relevant agencies, consulates, and embassies
- Serve as a leading advocate for international students/scholars and non-student international visitors, working closely with the Office of Human Resources, the University of Missouri System, and other key service providers or policy stakeholders to enhance access and support for theinternational community.
Minimum Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Minimum qualifications for this position include a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired. Ideal candidates will possess a master's degree or higher and 10 years of experience related to internationalization in higher education, or an equivalent combination of skills/experience.
Additional qualifications include:
- Significant subject matter expertise in one or more areas relevant to this position such as international student recruitment and programming, international student/scholar services, international partnership agreements, and other strategic campus internationalization projects.
- Demonstrated program administration experience in areas such as international student/scholar services, international partnerships, or related areas of international affairs in higher education.
- Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and work effectively across organizational boundaries, aligning programs/services/resources to maximize impact.
- Willingness and ability to conduct periodic international travel on behalf of the university
- Supervisory experience is desirable but may not be required for candidates who otherwise meet the above criteria.
Interested candidates should submit a resume/CV and letter of interest highlighting their key qualifications.Finalists maybe asked at a later point to submit information for up to five professional
references. Application reviews will begin on April 15 and continue until the position has been filled.
Community Information
University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the multicultural community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a diverse population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.
KUMMER
Established in 2022, The Kummer College serves as a pathbreaking model for social impact, technology transfer, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a future-oriented STEM-focused university. Supported by the Kummer Institute Foundation at Missouri S&T, this unique college integrates key academic, co-curricular, and administrative activities related to technology commercialization, business innovation and entrepreneurship, systems thinking, and economic development. Within The Kummer College lives several departments: Department of Business and Information Technology (BIT), Department of Economics, Department of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering (EMSE), Kummer Student Programs and the Division of Technology Transfer and Economic Development (TTED).
CASE
The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education is a catalyst of innovation, creativity, and discovery, where students and faculty work side-by-side to create and share knowledge and understanding. From arts and humanities to the natural and social sciences, the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education has a program for everyone. The College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) is made up of eleven units including Air Force ROTC, Army ROTC, Arts, Languages and Philosophy, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, English and Technical Communication, History and Political Science, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics, Psychological Science, and Education. The college is home to over 90 tenured/tenure-track and 44 non-tenure-track faculty members. CASE offers more than 85 different academic options including certificates, minors, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees.
About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With a vibrant and diverse cultural scene, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university's Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website athttps://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Values Commitment
We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.
In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visithttps://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeoor call Human Resources at 573-341-4241.
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