Assistant Vice President, Center for Global Engagement

Assistant Vice President Of The Center For Global Engagement

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of the Center for Global Engagement provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for Saint Leo University's global initiatives. This role oversees international recruitment and admissions, ensures compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations, manages relationships with international agents and government entities, and drives efforts to meet institutional enrollment goals for international students.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead the Center for Global Engagement in alignment with the university's mission and strategic plan.
• Develop and implement global engagement strategies that enhance the university's international profile.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative units to integrate global perspectives into campus life.
• Coordinate with Student and Academic Affairs on international student life to strengthen belonging, progression, and completion.

Compliance & Risk Management

International Recruitment & Admissions

Enrollment Goals & Performance Metrics

Agent & Partner Management

Global Partnerships & Government Relations

Qualifications

Master's degree in international education, higher education administration, or related field.

Minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience in international education.

Demonstrated expertise in DHS / SEVP compliance and international admissions.

Proven success in meeting enrollment targets and managing global partnerships.

Strong intercultural communication and diplomatic skills.

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe, and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo?

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We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).