Director, International Student Services

Office Of International Student Services, Rose Hill, Lincoln Center

Fordham University

Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City.  Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools. 

• Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents 
• A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
• As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.
• As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 4 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New year.  
• University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice Provost for Student Success, the Director of International Student Services provides leadership to the office responsible for serving the University’s non-immigrant community by facilitating compliance with federal laws and regulations regarding visa status. This position requires evening and weekend hours.

Essential Functions        

• Serves as the University’s Primary Designated School Official (PDSO), authorized by the United States Department of Homeland Security, and the Responsible Officer (RO), authorized by the Department of State.
• Oversees the provision of visa and other immigration services to the University’s international students, faculty, staff, and visiting scholars.
• Designs and implements a strategy to address evolving regulatory policy and laws issued by or through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of State, the Social Security Administration, and other federal and state government agencies.
• Serves as primary University liaison to the government entities referenced above on ISA and immigration matters.
• Advises all University Schools, units and departments on visa and other immigration questions. This includes consulting with Schools and academic departments on the development of new programs, both degree and non-degree granting programs, geared toward an international audience.
• Manages day-to-day operation of the office.
• Provides statistics on international students and scholars to internal and external stakeholders.
• Advocates for the University’s international community on the micro and macro levels, formally as chair of the Working Group on International Students and informally through one-on-one advising with faculty members and administrators.
• Provides guidance to the Office of the Provost, Office of Legal Counsel, Government Affairs and Human Resources, and other offices as requested on immigration and visa matters.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities  

Supervises the work of other Fordham employees who are individual contributors. Responsible for hiring, training and developing, managing performance and administering corrective action. Has significant input in compensation decisions.

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience        

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in support of and advocacy for international students.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills     

• Experience with SEVIS and batch programs.
• Experience with Banner and ISSM.
• US citizenship or lawful permanent residency is required in order to be a DSO/ARO.
• Knowledge of U.S. visa and immigration requirements for students.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build consensus, foster collaboration, and inspire others.
• Demonstrated sound judgment, integrity, and ethical decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Google and Microsoft Office suites.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse student populations.
• Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Preferred Qualifications 

• Master’s degree.

Minimum Starting Salary: $120,000

Maximum Starting Salary: $135,000

Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

START DATE: ASAP

APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/10147

ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools.  It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom. 

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories