Job Summary/Basic Function

Maryville University is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of International Enrollment to lead our efforts in recruiting and enrolling international students. As the Director of International Enrollment, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in expanding our global reach, fostering diversity, and enhancing our international student experience.

Essential Responsibilities:
• In coordination with the Vice President for Enrollment, develop and implement international student recruitment plans that include the creation of physical, digital & and virtual marketing materials, events, and communication plans.
• Develop, nurture, and maintain relationships with international agency partners. Facilitate agency agreements and train agency partners in order to coordinate recruitment efforts with external partners effectively.
• Act as Designated School Official (DSO). Create initial I-20 Forms and advise incoming students on the visa application, transfer, or change of status process.
• Review and evaluate all files submitted by international students for admission into all undergraduate programs.
• Achieve and compile reports on recruitment goals as stated on the Statement of Annual Goals set in consultation with the Vice President for Enrollment.
• Coordinate Fall/Spring travel for international recruitment and strategically plan and implement international recruitment events (in-person and virtual).
• Assist in training new enrollment personnel as well as the campus community regarding international recruitment and other international topics.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum four years of International Admissions/Enrollment Management
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, have the ability to travel internationally, and hold a valid passport
• Experience as a P/DSO
• Experience evaluating international transcripts
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in developing and implementing effective communications plans
• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to partake in extended international travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Management experience in higher education and established international recruitment contacts preferred.
• Knowledge of a second language is encouraged
• Possession of a Master’s degree

Physical Demands

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

An offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background screening.

Applicants requiring University sponsorship to obtain employment authorization will not be considered for this position.

Maryville University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, training, on-the-job treatment, promotion, layoff, and termination.