Director of Global Education

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Director of Global Education

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Professional

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Department:

Division of Academic Affairs

Locations:

Oneonta, NY

Posted:

Jul 5, 2022

Type:

Full-time

Position ID:

149849

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Job Description:

The Division of Academic Affairs at the State University of New York College at Oneonta (SUNY Oneonta) invites applications for the position of Director of Global Education. The successful candidate will join an experienced division that has forward momentum as it continues to strengthen the college's outstanding academic portfolio with dynamic curricular and co-curricular experiences, and a renewed focus on internationalizing the curriculum.

The successful candidate will be asked to provide visionary leadership to the Office of Global Education. The Office of Global Education is part of the College's strategic growth of applied learning opportunities, one of the areas for which the college is recognized in national rankings.

The Global Education Office is located in the College's recently created Experiential Learning Center, allowing for collaboration with other programs promoting experiential learning opportunities for students in support of SUNY Oneonta's mission and values. This position includes supervision and management of staff, and reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Responsibilities of the Director for Global Education

The Director will be expected to:

provide oversight of a fast-paced, and exciting work environment;

find creative ways to develop strategies to increase interest in and access to international opportunities for students;

work closely with offices across the College as well as with stakeholders abroad to assess, develop and implement new partnerships through research and market analysis;

maintain open communication with international partners for the resolution of programmatic and student issues;

coordinate virtual exchanges and interactions through the Collaborative Online International Learning program;

perform essential finance and budget support; provide analysis and information gathering for year-end analysis;

serve as primary liaison for international student services including risk management and emergency response;

communicate effectively and promptly with students, faculty, staff, and partner institutions;

partner with Admissions in strengthening international student recruitment and assist with international student admissions;

collaborate with communication staff to develop a robust communication plan including international webpages and develop relevant content for international student audiences;

guide administrative staff to manage faculty-led study tours for travel abroad; insurance for incoming and outgoing travelers; and scholarship and grant opportunities to fund expansion of global learning initiatives;

support international visiting scholars, working with SUNY Office of Global Affairs to ensure compliance with U.S. visa regulations.

To learn more about the Office of Global Education, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu

and https://suny.oneonta.edu/office-global-education

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

: bachelor's degree; knowledge of SEVIS Maintenance and Compliance with Federal Regulations with F1 and J1 visa holders; history of developing partnerships with international institutions; knowledge of and experience with education abroad, including requirements for international travel (international health insurance, visa processes, health and safety considerations, risk management, etc.); experience working with international students; excellent communication skills; supervisory and management skills; experience developing and managing a department budget; proven ability to work independently and simultaneously as part of a team; U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency

Preferred Qualifications:

master's degree; experience working in higher education; evidence of building collaborative relationships; evidence of community engagement and service; knowledge of Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL); experience working with and serving diverse populations; experience working with faculty and/or faculty-led programs; work or student experience in another country.

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 60-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

SUNY Oneonta is ranked No. 114 on the Money Best Colleges in America 2022 list, which recognizes colleges and universities across the country that have a record of helping students graduate and launching graduates into jobs with above-average wages.

The College is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the top 20 picturesque small towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The College's indeed.com rating is 4.5 with one recent review noting that it's the people that make SUNY Oneonta so special.

For other employment and regional opportunities, please visit our Website at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/about-oneonta/employment

Application Instructions:

To apply online go to: http://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=149849

. Please upload a letter of interest, resume and contact information for three professional references

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the NYS Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email info@oer.ny.gov.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse college community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity

. Moreover, the College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Suny College At Oneonta
Website : http://www.oneonta.edu