NAFSA
Director Of International Student Services And Programs
NAFSA, Santa Clarita, California, United States, 91382
SUMMARY
California Institute of the Arts is seeking a self-motivated and results-oriented individual to join the Office of Enrollment Management. CalArts is a small but complex arts institution, offering internationally renowned programs in the visual and performing arts to approximately 1500 students across six schools.The Director of International Student Services and Programs provides vision, expertise and leadership for all initiatives related to the enrollment, retention and success of international students. The Director reports to the Vice President of Enrollment Management and is a key leader in further developing the office and the scope of services it provides for key constituencies affiliated with the international community at CalArts. This includes responsibility for compliance, documentation, advising and programming. As such, the Director must also have strong working knowledge of regulatory compliance related to F-1 and J-1 visa holders, and the ability to effectively assess and allocate the resources needed to sustain robust continuing international student enrollment.As strategic initiatives and programmatic areas continue to evolve at CalArts, the Director must bring thoughtful energy and a demonstrated capacity to reshape the office and focus of the team, in tandem with the CalArts community. In addition to leading a team, this position will work closely with the staff to oversee SEVIS and Sunapsis data integrity and compliance. They will serve as a Designated School Official (PDSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) and ensure accurate and compassionate advising for international students, coupled with responsive and accessible student-centered services.This person must also collaborate with other administrative offices and academic units in an effort to improve international student retention, academic success, and positive integration into the CalArts community.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (including but not limited to)
Develop an annual operations plan that deploys all aspects of the student experience for international students so that their transition to campus is as seamless as possible.Fulfill all duties of PDSO as required by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program/SEVP and serve as a resource and consultant on student immigration issues (e.g., F-1 visas, DACA, TPS).Lead international student services team including the Assistant Director and International Student Advisor(s).Collaborate closely with Executive Director, International & Community Partnerships regarding international student exchanges related to initiatives and programming.Collaborate with the Executive Director of admissions in enrollment initiatives in the admissions office and AVP of Student Experience for student programming.Cultivate and maintain relationships with access-oriented agencies and related external organizations.Manage the operating budget for international student services.Oversee all SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) compliance functions Sunapsis.In partnership with the Vice President for Enrollment Management and other Directors in the Division, collaborate on how best to achieve desired enrollment and retention goals for international students.Provide training and information to Admissions staff working with international students.Lead and collaborate with campus personnel in the development and execution of on-campus events and projects.Communicate & collaborate frequently with the Vice President of Enrollment Management and CalArts senior leadership about trends and issues for international students.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required, Master's degree highly preferred.A minimum of five years of relevant and progressive experience.SEVP requires proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency to be approved as PDSO.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
DSO experience with major aspects in the SEVP life cycle of F-1/J-1 students (e.g., issuing initial I-20s, SEVIS transfers, SEVIS registration, authorizing CPT, OPT, STEM OPT requests, termination, correction requests).Proficiency in SEVIS.Experience working with Sunapsis systems.The ideal candidate will also have experience with student programming (e.g., orientation, affinity groups), admissions, or academic advising for international student communities.Must be available/on-call for students' immigration needs. Some weekend and evening work will be required.Strong interpersonal, leadership and empathetic listening skills.Ability to interact effectively with a diverse community of internal and external constituencies demonstrating tact, diplomacy, discretion and good judgment.Demonstrated record of support for, and commitment to, the needs of a diverse population and the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to successfully manage multiple short-term and long-term projects and work effectively under pressure.Strong analytical skills; highly detail oriented.
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California Institute of the Arts is seeking a self-motivated and results-oriented individual to join the Office of Enrollment Management. CalArts is a small but complex arts institution, offering internationally renowned programs in the visual and performing arts to approximately 1500 students across six schools.The Director of International Student Services and Programs provides vision, expertise and leadership for all initiatives related to the enrollment, retention and success of international students. The Director reports to the Vice President of Enrollment Management and is a key leader in further developing the office and the scope of services it provides for key constituencies affiliated with the international community at CalArts. This includes responsibility for compliance, documentation, advising and programming. As such, the Director must also have strong working knowledge of regulatory compliance related to F-1 and J-1 visa holders, and the ability to effectively assess and allocate the resources needed to sustain robust continuing international student enrollment.As strategic initiatives and programmatic areas continue to evolve at CalArts, the Director must bring thoughtful energy and a demonstrated capacity to reshape the office and focus of the team, in tandem with the CalArts community. In addition to leading a team, this position will work closely with the staff to oversee SEVIS and Sunapsis data integrity and compliance. They will serve as a Designated School Official (PDSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) and ensure accurate and compassionate advising for international students, coupled with responsive and accessible student-centered services.This person must also collaborate with other administrative offices and academic units in an effort to improve international student retention, academic success, and positive integration into the CalArts community.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (including but not limited to)
Develop an annual operations plan that deploys all aspects of the student experience for international students so that their transition to campus is as seamless as possible.Fulfill all duties of PDSO as required by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program/SEVP and serve as a resource and consultant on student immigration issues (e.g., F-1 visas, DACA, TPS).Lead international student services team including the Assistant Director and International Student Advisor(s).Collaborate closely with Executive Director, International & Community Partnerships regarding international student exchanges related to initiatives and programming.Collaborate with the Executive Director of admissions in enrollment initiatives in the admissions office and AVP of Student Experience for student programming.Cultivate and maintain relationships with access-oriented agencies and related external organizations.Manage the operating budget for international student services.Oversee all SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) compliance functions Sunapsis.In partnership with the Vice President for Enrollment Management and other Directors in the Division, collaborate on how best to achieve desired enrollment and retention goals for international students.Provide training and information to Admissions staff working with international students.Lead and collaborate with campus personnel in the development and execution of on-campus events and projects.Communicate & collaborate frequently with the Vice President of Enrollment Management and CalArts senior leadership about trends and issues for international students.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required, Master's degree highly preferred.A minimum of five years of relevant and progressive experience.SEVP requires proof of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency to be approved as PDSO.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
DSO experience with major aspects in the SEVP life cycle of F-1/J-1 students (e.g., issuing initial I-20s, SEVIS transfers, SEVIS registration, authorizing CPT, OPT, STEM OPT requests, termination, correction requests).Proficiency in SEVIS.Experience working with Sunapsis systems.The ideal candidate will also have experience with student programming (e.g., orientation, affinity groups), admissions, or academic advising for international student communities.Must be available/on-call for students' immigration needs. Some weekend and evening work will be required.Strong interpersonal, leadership and empathetic listening skills.Ability to interact effectively with a diverse community of internal and external constituencies demonstrating tact, diplomacy, discretion and good judgment.Demonstrated record of support for, and commitment to, the needs of a diverse population and the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.Excellent written and oral communication skills.Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to successfully manage multiple short-term and long-term projects and work effectively under pressure.Strong analytical skills; highly detail oriented.
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