Description The Director of International Admissions will be responsible for the development and implementation of an international recruitment strategy and admission plan to achieve the university's enrollment goals. The Director will collaborate with key university stakeholders including the Office of the Provost, Office of International Student and Scholars, Housing, Orientation, Office of Student Assistance, Academic Deans, and the English Language Institute to continually improve and advance Pace's international enrollment plan. As part of the Enrollment Management team, the Director works to ensure a seamless and student-centered enrollment process for international students. The Director reports to the Dean of Admission. Position Duties
- Assess, redevelop, and implement the current strategic international student enrollment plan.
- Analyzes enrollment trends and execute new outreach strategies to maximize Pace's presence in the international market.
- Works with the four admission offices, Enrollment Operations and Technology, Marketing and the International Student Office to unify the management of international applicants including market development, communications, admission, visa requirements, enrollment, and orientation for both undergraduate and graduate international students.
- Works collaboratively with the Office of the Provost and various school Deans to develop agreements with international secondary schools and international universities. Identifies opportunities to engage reputable independent counselors/agents and manages agent contracts.
- Oversees and supervises the activities of Pace's international recruitment agencies. Researches scholarship opportunities from sponsoring governments, establishes Pace as an approved institution to host scholarship students, and coordinates efforts to take full advantage of these prospects.
- Strategize and plan effective international travel for their team and will participate in international travel as needed.
- Monitors the international recruiting budget.
- Build, train, and mentor the International Admissions team.
- Performs other such duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Supervision The Director manages 1 international admission professional, 2 part-time application readers, and 2 student aides. The Director will also manage the services of various contracted recruiters, counselors, and agents. Position Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree is required; a graduate degree is preferred.
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience in successful planning, creative problem solving, and effective administration in an international environment.
- The ability to lead, supervise, motivate, and initiate change is required.
- Passport is required. Driver's license is required.
- Experience with SEVIS and I-20 processing preferred. Experience managing a budget.
Work Hours Regular office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, however, must be able to work evenings and weekends as required. Must be able to travel Internationally.