Director of Global Engagement Center

Posted: 14-Jan-24

Location: Huntsville, Texas

Salary: Open

Categories:

Academic/Faculty Affairs
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 37786

Requisition: 202400004ES

Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only): Executive/Administrative

Hiring Salary: Yearly-Administrative

Department: Office of the Provost

General Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Master’s Degree preferred. Five years of experience working in international student services within higher education or a related field/experiences. Experience as a Principal Designated School Official (PDSO, F-1) and Responsible Officer (RO, J-1) is highly preferred. Knowledge of Department of Homeland Security and US Department of State regulations and procedures related to international students, exchange visitors, and employees is highly desired. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

The Director of the Global Engagement Center is responsible for the international student experience at Sam Houston State University from recruitment, onboarding, and support once the students arrive to campus. As the Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) for the university they will lead the visa processing and have expertise to lead a team of support staff engaging with the international students as they secure the necessary documentation for their educational journey at SHSU. Oversees Study Abroad programs to include supporting faculty-led program development and recruitment and the expansion of student engagement in any form of study abroad experience.

Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):

Responsible for assuring the academic and fiscal integrity of all international student programs and activities. Maintains university compliance with federal and state regulations governing institutions approved to host international students – Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVIS), etc. Serves as both the Principal Designated School Official (PDSO, F-1) and the Responsible Officer (RO, J-1). Counsels and orients all J-1 exchange visitors. Manages SEVIS reporting, re-certifications, and re-designations. Develops resources and relationships that increase international activities at SHSU and abroad. Recruits international students in partnership with Strategic Enrollment and Innovation. Assists and supports international students on campus. Supports the development and expansion of international study abroad programs and agreements. Leads the institution in developing international education partners to increase the globalization of our curriculum, and opportunities for our faculty, staff, and student experiences through the development of memorandum of understanding (MOU)s and partnerships with educational entities. The Director will do this through internal relationship building with faculty/staff to expand existing partnerships as well as outreach to establish new opportunities. Serves Sam Houston State University (SHSU) faculty and administrators interested in study abroad, international scholarships and grants, or joint projects with international agencies or universities. Administers scholarships relating to international programs and activities. Supports international visitors to campus, including all short-term programs. Approves all travel by faculty, staff, and students traveling out of the country. Approves all Electronic Personnel Action Forms for all international new hires. Advocates and promotes international programs and activities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

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About Sam Houston State University
For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, “The measure of a Life is its Service,” resonates among its 22,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.
SHSU is an inclusive institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.
Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a “Community Engaged Campus” by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges th…e university’s significant commitment to service.
Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston.
SHSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215. SHSU is committed to promoting a campus culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. The University acknowledges and values our responsibility to cultivate an equitable and inclusive environment where students, faculty, staff, and community recognize the benefits of collaboration and mutual respect through diverse identities and experiences.
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