Job Title Director, International Student Services Agency Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Department Community & Belonging Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Corpus Christi, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies. TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities. Learn more information here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwQR4HbGJu0) ! Purpose The Director for International Student Programs and Support will lead university-wide programs to support and maintain compliance with federal regulations regarding nonimmigrant students and scholars. This position will provide oversight to staff, programs, services, and support initiatives. Responsibilities: Administration- 50% + Directly supervises and maintains responsibility of department. + Leads the development of short-term and long-term departmental goals and objectives. + Provides effective budget management and oversees fiscal operations by establishing cost controls. + Manages strategic planning, development, implementation, and assessment of integrated programs. + Provides information and reports to management. + Recommends new departmental and University-wide policies or revisions to existing policies + Oversees compliance with federal regulations and reporting related to nonimmigrant students, including, but not limited to Form I-17 updates, SEVP recertification, SEVIS Alerts, Annual Verification, and DSO updates. + Oversees records management to maintain TAMU System and federal compliance. Operations- 30% + Provides leadership and direction for departmental and university-wide functions to include planning, directing, and evaluating programs and operations such as workshops, presentations, orientation collaborations, mentoring programs, and student support initiatives. + Serves as a liaison and coordinates working relationships with academic and non-academic units of the University. + Serves as an advisor/consultant to the University community regarding matters relating to nonimmigrant students and scholars, as well as department operations. + Leads the development and oversight of communications, promotions, website, and public relations for departments. + Develops, directs, and evaluates process compliance and internal controls. Supervision and Support- 20% + Recruits, hires, supervises, and directs staff including ongoing skills assessment and training. + Develops reports, analyses, and surveys for supervisor. + Completes special projects as requested by supervisor + Serves on various University, division, and departmental committees and represents department in various situations. + Participates in training and professional development sessions. + Stays abreast of developments in the field. + Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree. + Ten (10) years of related experience supporting nonimmigrant students at an SEVP-approved school. + Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement: + Masters degree and eight (8) years of related experience supporting nonimmigrant students at an SEVP-approved school. + Doctoral degree and six (6) years of related experience supporting nonimmigrant students at an SEVP-approved school. + Must qualify to become a Designated School Official (Must be a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident). + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Exceptional attention to detail + Ability to take initiative and identify opportunities for improvement + Ability to either work in a team environment or independently with minimal guidance + Ability to manage and prioritize tasks, resources, and time effectively. Preferred Qualifications: + Degree in Student Affairs or related field. + Five (5) years of experience supporting nonimmigrant students as a PDSO/DSO or RO/ARO + Experience with higher education software such as Banner, TerraDotta, and Maxient. Salary $76,000 - $89,199.12 Annually Approximately (Salary dependent upon education and experience.) + Monthly $6,333.33-$7,433.26 Benefits (rules, policies, eligibility apply) From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work. Insurance (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf) + Medical + $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). + Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: + Employee and Spouse + Employee and Children + Employee and Family coverage + Dental & Vision + Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account On-campus wellness opportunities (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/wellness-resources.php) Dual Career Partner Program Work Life Solutions: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/eap.php) + Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php) + Public Loan Forgiveness + Book scholarships + 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply). Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php) + Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) + Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan Time Off: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php) + 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month. + 8 hours of sick leave time off every month. + 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave. + 12-15 paid holidays each year. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.