Executive Director of International Education

Executive Director of International Education Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. Please see Special Instructions for more details. Required Application Materials All applicants are required to submit: A completed online District application form (go to https://jobs.smccd.edu to complete the application and to apply for this position). A resume that details all relevant education, training, and other work experience. A cover letter of no more than 3 pages that addresses the applicant’s cultural competence, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff as well as the applicant’s qualifications as they relate to the requirements, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed in this announcement. Candidates for interview will be selected from among those who most closely meet the requirements and knowledge, skills, and abilities. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. As part of the interview process, candidates may be asked to demonstrate job-related knowledge and skills. For questions related to this posting, please contact: SMCCCD Office of Human Resources 3401 CSM Drive San Mateo, CA 94402 Tel.: (650) 574-6555 Fax: (650) 574-6574 Email: smccdjobs@smccd.edu Web Page: https://smccd.edu/humanresources/ Position Information Posting Number: 20141787S Position Title: Executive Director of International Education Location: District Office Department: International Affairs Position Number: 1A0044 Percentage of Full Time: 100% FLSA: Exempt (does not accrue overtime) Months per Year: 12 Min Salary: $196,236 (annual) Max Salary: $249,948 (annual) Position Type: Administrative/Supervisory Positions Who We Are The San Mateo County Community College District is committed to achieving educational equity for all students. As outlined in the District’s Strategic Plan, “success, equity, and social justice for our students are longstanding goals.” The District’s “Students First” Strategic Plan is focused on “Student Success, Equity and Social Justice.” We provide students with a rich and dynamic learning experience that embraces differences — emphasizing collaboration and engaging students in and out of the classroom, encouraging them to realize their goals, and to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders. The Position The Executive Director, reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Educational Services and Planning has overall responsibility for the coordination of outreach, recruitment, instruction, and student services as it relates to international students. The Executive Director is also responsible for the leadership of the International Education Division of the District Office and coordination of the College International Student Program Offices to support a robust international education program in the SMCCCD. The Executive Director will provide leadership for the strategic planning, development, and implementation of international affairs and global strategies, as well as promote and support international programs, students, and initiatives. Duties and Responsibilities Promotes a long-term vision and strategic plan for the development of international education in the District Oversees and coordinates all international education programs, affairs, services, and operations across the District Provides leadership in promoting a global community and learning environment for students across the District Responsible for the strategic development of global markets for outreach and recruitment of international students Develops and manages ongoing relationships with the District’s colleges and key stakeholders at each campus Develops and manages ongoing relationships with partner institutions, firms, agencies, agents, scholarship organizations, and foreign embassies Leads the District and colleges in developing partnerships around the globe Establishes and maintains a comprehensive international marketing, outreach, and recruitment plan Provides management and oversight of in-country representatives Plans and participates in international recruitment activities Establishes and maintains University Transfer Agreements with four-year institutions across the U.S. Serves as an advisor on international enrollment issues Develops and manages the budget of the District International Education program Recommends to the Vice Chancellor, and others as appropriate, changes in organization and operating policies and procedures that affect District international education Reviews legislation affecting international students and international programs of the District and advises the Vice Chancellor Attends meetings of the Board of Trustees and serves on District committees as needed and/or directed Serves as liaison with District-wide student services and instructional committees on issues related to international education Performs other duties as assigned by the Vice Chancellor Minimum Qualifications Possession of a Master’s degree or above or equivalent. Applicants may apply for an Equivalence to Minimum Qualifications as part of the application process At least five years of full-time, high-level managerial experience relating to people, budget, and operational matters in international affairs Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge and experience in international education, global engagement, international student recruitment and market development, strategic planning, and research Experience in the use of educational technology to further advance instructional programs and student services Familiarity with Title V and other California community college laws, rules, and regulations Familiarity with Federal laws, rules, and regulations as they apply to international education and students, including student Visa regulations Management-level experience in areas such as policy development, implementation, and interpretation of laws relating to higher education and international education Demonstrated skills in written and oral communication, particularly with public and government agencies, and the use of computer software such as word processing and spreadsheets Ability to work in an academic environment with an understanding of the traditional processes related to participatory governance Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and belonging Physical Requirements This classification requires data analysis and comparison; attention to detail; interactions with a variety of people simultaneously; accurate work under deadline pressure; persuasive communication, tact, patience, visual comparison; confrontation; flexibility, adaptability; alternating sitting, standing; traveling; and driving a motor vehicle to off-campus sites, to perform the essential functions. Preferred Qualifications Benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The District pays all or a portion of monthly medical plan premiums (depending on the coverage) and pays all of the monthly dental and vision plan premiums for employees and eligible dependents. Additional paid benefits include life insurance, salary continuance insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Academic employees participate in the State Teachers’ Retirement System, a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California (no contributions to Social Security). Optional tax-deferred 403(b) and 457 retirement plans are also available. Open Date Open Date: 05/03/2024 First Review Date First Review Date: 06/14/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled: Yes Conditions of Employment Prior to employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete the following: Submit official transcripts (applies to all faculty or educational administrative positions) Submit verifications of prior employment Satisfactory references Successfully being cleared for employment through the background checking process Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States Approval of your employment by the SMCCCD Board of Trustees Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis exam for initial employment. Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment). EEO Statement The San Mateo County Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ individuals who represent the rich diversity of cultures, language groups, and abilities of its surrounding communities. Accommodations Applicants who have disabilities may request that special accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process. Accommodation requests and a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures can be made by completing our: Applicant Reasonable Accommodation Request Form Annual Security Report San Mateo County Community College District’s (SMCCCD) 2022 Annual Security Report (ASR), required by the Clery Act, includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings owned or controlled by SMCCCD; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from SMCCCD. #J-18808-Ljbffr