Job Title (code): Executive Director (0344)
Purpose
Purpose:
The Executive Director of International Education serves as the senior international officer for the
university. The individual provides strategic vision and administrative oversight for Study Abroad,
International Student and Scholar Services and International Programs.
Essential Functions
Function 1:
Provides administrative leadership to the Director of Study Abroad and the Director of International
Student and Scholar Services.
35 % Time
Function 2:
Collaborates with the Provost, Deans, Chairs and Directors to develop International Initiatives
consistent with the University's mission, including the management of existing and development of
new cooperation agreements with international institutions.
20 % Time
Function 3:
Provides budgetary oversight and resource allocation for the Office of International Education.
15 % Time
Function 4:
Assists the Provost with management of the International Oversight Committee to mitigate risk for
students, faculty and staff with interest in traveling to restricted regions. Maintains appropriate
documentation of committee's decisions and reports to appropriate UT System entities.
10 % Time
Function 5:
Develops and manages an international student recruitment strategy, both locally and abroad.
10 % Time
Function 6:
Develops policies and procedures for assisting international students and scholars and their families in
crisis.
5 % Time
Function 7:
Handles special projects as assigned by the Provost.
5 % Time
Function 8:
% Time
Marginal/Incidental Functions
Marginal/Incidental Functions:
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in Education, International Relations, or other related field. 7 to 10 years of
progressive leadership and management experience in an international education office, developing
and implementing university policies to meet federal reporting and compliance requirements
pertaining to international students and scholars. 3 to 5 years experience developing and managing an
international student recruitment program. Significant experience assessing international travel risk
for faculty, staff and students. A record of recognized professional achievement and the ability to work
with a broad base of constituents including government agencies, alumni, donors, international
dignitaries, and academic leaders. Applicants must include in their online resume the following
information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to
month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: list school name, degree type, major,
graduated or not, and hours completed if not graduated.
Preferred Qualifications:
Significant experience with SEVIS, People Soft, ImageNow, AdvisorTrac, and StudioAbroad. Familiarity
with the educational policies of the Higher Education Coordinating Board of Texas, including but not
limited to policies governing study abroad. Significant experience living and working abroad. Proven
ability to communicate with individuals from a wide variety of cultures and ethnic groups. Proven
ability to manage and supervise a staff of student services professionals and administrative support
staff. Understanding and sensitivity to the special needs of international students and scholars,
especially during crisis. Proven ability to coordinate services and communications both domestically
and abroad with families, government agencies, insurance companies, and travel assistance partners.
Excellent organization and communication skills. A firm commitment to diversity and equal opportunity
goals.