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Employer Whitman College Location Walla Walla, Washington State Salary $92,334 - $102,594 Closing date Apr 24, 2025
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Specialty Global Affairs & Engagement Position Type Director Hours Full-time Employment Type Permanent Organization Type College / University
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Senior Director of International & Off-Campus Programs
Whitman College
Compensation: $92,334 - $102,594
WHITMAN COLLEGE
Located in the historic community of Walla Walla, Whitman's vibrant and beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, welcoming and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and a fiercely loyal and growing number of engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country.
Whitman College is cultivating a community built on inclusion and belonging. We recognize the value of those who can offer historically underrepresented perspectives and encourage applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights from lived experience can add to the college's working and learning environment. Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO).
POSITION PURPOSE
Whitman College seeks a Senior Director of International & Off-Campus Programs to lead global learning initiatives and support students engaging in both international and domestic off-campus programs. Reporting to the Provost and Dean of the Faculty, this campus leadership position oversees study away programs and international student services, supervises a team of four, and collaborates closely with campus partners to expand access to transformative educational experiences. The Senior Director will play a key role in developing and refining the vision for the department, ensuring that programs align with institutional priorities and best practices in global education. Committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism (DEIA), this leader will advocate for policies and programs that promote access, belonging, and success for all students.
Principal Accountabilities
Off-Campus Studies (OCS) Programming (50%)
This role oversees Off-Campus Studies (OCS) programming and chairs the OCS Subcommittee, which is responsible for setting curricular priorities and approving partner programs. The position ensures program quality by gathering feedback, conducting site visits, and collaborating with faculty. Additionally, it manages relationships with study abroad providers and universities while representing Whitman College on program boards.
Responsibilities include working with the OCS Subcommittee to establish eligibility policies and review student applications. The role also involves coordinating with Admissions and Financial Aid to facilitate the financial aid process for study abroad students.
This position provides advising to students on study abroad opportunities, assisting with applications and transfer credit approvals. It also supports faculty by keeping them informed about OCS policies and mentoring them on advising students. Lastly, the role includes reviewing health disclosures and ensuring students receive appropriate support by coordinating with campus offices and external providers.
International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) (15%)
This position collaborates with the Director of International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) in advocating for policies that benefit international students and scholars. It also provides guidance to college leadership on immigration and undocumented student policies in partnership with the Director of ISSS. Additionally, the role assists in addressing complex immigration and compliance matters.
Responsibilities include supporting ISSS staff in preparing pre-arrival materials and ensuring the successful execution of New International Student Orientation each August for F-1 visa students, as well as providing orientation support for J-1 scholars. The position also assists the Director of ISSS in selecting medical insurance plans for F-1 and J-1 visa students and scholars.
Beyond compliance and administrative functions, this role plays a key part, in collaboration with Student Affairs, in international student programming, including the Friendship Family program, break activities, and workshops on cultural adjustment, tax compliance, and medical insurance. Additionally, it collaborates with the Career & Community Engagement Center (CCEC) and the Alumni Office to enhance career support and international alumni networking opportunities for students.
Communications & Technology (10%)
This position oversees contract management for international education platforms such as Terra Dotta and VIA, working in collaboration with Technology Services and supervising OCS-ISSS staff. It ensures that the OCS and ISSS websites remain current and user-friendly.
In partnership with the Communications Department, this role enhances the online presence of international education initiatives. Additionally, it disseminates updates on OCS and ISSS programs through Whitman Today, faculty and staff listservs, and other communication channels.
General (10%)
This position collaborates with faculty and administration to enhance global learning and international education programs in alignment with Whitman College's mission and strategic priorities. It oversees reporting on off-campus studies and international student and scholar enrollment trends.
To stay engaged with best practices in the field, the role participates in conferences such as NAFSA and the Forum on Education Abroad. In partnership with the Director of the Center for Global Studies, it supports initiatives like the Global Returns course and the promotion of the Global Studies Concentration. Additionally, this position works with the CCEC to develop global internships, work abroad opportunities, and alumni networking resources for students.
Budget Oversight (10%)
This position manages the budgets for OCS and ISSS, coordinating with support staff to prepare annual budget requests and conduct quarterly reviews. It collaborates with Business and Administrative Services to project OCS enrollment and associated tuition revenue.
Responsibilities also include overseeing expenditures and contributing to the biennial donor report for the David Deal China Exchange Endowment. Additionally, the role supports the OCS Coordinator in administering the Pitts Study Abroad Language Scholarship, ensuring awards are distributed each semester and an annual impact report is provided to the donor.
International Travel Risk Management (5%)
This position monitors global health, safety, and security conditions, providing updates to the College, students, and other stakeholders regarding high-risk destinations. In the event of emergencies or security concerns affecting Whitman students abroad or in U.S.-based programs, it serves as a primary point of contact, coordinating communication with program providers, students, and parents.
Additionally, the role supports senior administration in developing international travel risk management policies. It oversees procedures for faculty- and staff-led international trips, reviewing and approving trip requests in collaboration with the Vice President for Finance and Administration and other Cabinet Officers.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Must be able to explain and/or demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Specifically,
- Strong leadership, collaboration, and advising skills.
- Cross-cultural communication and discretion handling confidential information.
- Ability to positively and actively contribute to the College's core values of diversity, equity, inclusion, antiracism, and access.
- Experience designing and budgeting off-campus programs.
- Proficiency in Google and Microsoft apps, international education platforms, and Zoom.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
- Master's degree in a relevant field.
- 5 years of experience in global education at the college level.
- Experience living, studying, or working abroad.
- OR a combination of relevant education, training, and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Active membership in the Forum on Education Abroad and/or NAFSA.
- Proficiency in a language other than English.
Benefits
Whitman College offers a competitive benefits program that is designed to attract qualified candidates and retain talented employees. Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances.
Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment and long term disability insurances with the capability to elect additional voluntary coverage.
403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with a 10% matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met.
Paid Time Off: 20 accrued vacation days, 12 accrued sick days, 13 paid holidays.
Tuition Remission - Dependent Children
Employee tuition waiver for two Whitman courses per semester.
Employee Assistance Program
Relocation assistance for eligible employees.
Learn More About Benefits Eligibility Here.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR JOB CANDIDATES
Contact Human Resources regarding requests for disability accommodation in the employment application process.
APPLICATION REVIEW
Application review will begin on April 10, 2025 and continue until the position is filled.
START DATE
July 1, 2025
For full application instructions and position description, visit https://whitman.bamboohr.com/careers/395
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