Assistant Director, Office of International - La Verne, United States - University of La Verne

University of La Verne

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La Verne, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Position Type Administrative/Professional Appointment Type Regular FTE %

100

Work Schedule (if atypical)

This position is
onsite.

University Overview

Embark on an exciting journey with the University of La Verne, where your career aspirations come to life in a vibrant and welcoming environment.

Established in 1891, our diverse and inclusive community is more than just a university—it's a home for passionate individuals like you.

At the University of La Verne, we embody four core values that set us apart—Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Civic and Community Engagement.

If you're fueled by these principles and are eager to make a meaningful impact, your journey begins here.

With a rich history spanning 132 years, the University of La Verne boasts a global Leo Family of 89,000+ accomplished alumni.

As the #1 private university in California for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report 2024, and recently recognized as the 33rd Best U.S. College by the Wall Street Journal 2024, we take pride in our commitment to excellence in education.

Diversity Statement

The University supports a diverse and inclusive environment where students recognize and benefit from the life experiences and viewpoints of other students, faculty, and staff.

Diversity is an active and intentional practice that supports difference and multiplicity to expand knowledge, educate capable citizens, develop the whole person, and serve our local and global communities.

Promoting and sustaining diversity is a commitment to educational quality and the creation of positive, respectful learning communities.

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Director, the Assistant Director of the Office of International Services & Engagement (OISE) is responsible department's engagement and retention programming, management of day to day operations, supporting immigration compliance responsibilities, and overseeing the Study Abroad program.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of Student Affairs principals and best practices.
Knowledge and understanding of student engagement practices.
Experience planning and implementing new student orientations and cocurricular events.
Knowledge of Federal Regulations pertinent to 8 CFR 214 (f).
Knowledge, understanding, and implementation of Federal Regulations pertaining to oncampus employment, CPT, OPT, Change of Status, Reinstatement, I20 program extensions, and SEVIS registration protocols.
Comprehensive knowledge of and ability to work in SEVIS environment.
Knowledge of University recruitment and admissions practices.
Experience in managing student and advisement staff.
Experience working in a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
Development and continued growth in ones own cultural competency.

Preferred Qualifications

3 years of experience of indepth knowledge of programmatic and operational assessment principals and protocols.
3 years of experience in of advisement principles and practices.
3 years of experience in development and implementation of cultural events, educational workshops and new student orientations.
3 years of experience with University Admissions and comprehensive knowledge of Federal Regulations based on 8 CFR 214F.
Knowledge and understanding of student engagement practices.
Experience planning and implementing new student orientations and cocurricular events.

Benefits Summary

Salary will be commensurate with experience and internal equity.

Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University's 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Location La Verne Main Campus Number of Vacancies 1

Duties

Specific Duties

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide supervision and oversight for 1 International Student Advisor and 6 front office student administrative support staff.
Lead the development and implementation of the department's qualitative and quantitative data collection systems and protocols to better inform engagement programming and quality of service as well as digitization and archiving of past and present student immigration documentation.
Provide recommendations on OISE annual budget development to the Director.
Percentage Of Time
40
Specific Duties
ENGAGEMENT & RETENTION RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborate with several campus offices and programs (i.e. Academic Advising, S.O.S., Office of Leadership and Engagement, Housing, Student Accounts, Financial Aid) to develop and implement comprehensive retention, engagement and cultural transition programming that includes but is not limited to new student orientations, continuing education workshops for students, international cultural celebrations, as well as communit