What are the responsibilities and job description for the FA284 Assistant Director position at Norfolk State University?
Title: FA284 Assistant Director
State Role Title: Administrative - Lecturer
Hiring Range: commensurate with experience
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Norfolk State University
Location: Norfolk State University
Agency Website: www.nsu.edu
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
- Establish and integrate the systems for study abroad outreach, admissions, and advising.
- Evaluate study abroad materials, policies, and procedures annually to assure effectiveness and compliance.
- Develop creative ways to prepare and support students for a global experience and return to campus.
- Collaborate with Business Operations Specialists to assure seamless registration and billing for students.
- Work closely with NSU Faculty-Led Program Directors, Exchange Partners, and other Study Abroad Program Providers to develop and execute a portfolio of global learning opportunities.
- Coordinate with the faculty and program directors to manage all aspects of the programs
students, updating program budgets, developing partner agreements, and preparing
students for their time abroad.
- Continually assess programs to assure top quality opportunities that meet global learning
- Provide a full range of study abroad information, including but not limited to admissions
finance and scholarships, visas, safety and student wellness, and accommodation requests
as needed.
- Organize information sessions and conduct targeted outreach throughout the year to
- Evaluate and recommend applicants for admission or prepare dossiers for faculty review.
- Organize and conduct pre-departure and re-entry meetings for students.
- Work with relevant parties to resolve student issues during all phases of participation
- Participate in the support of and response to health, safety, and risk management issues
Collaboration and Teamwork
- Represent GLIP to internal and external constituents for ongoing and new program
- Contribute to the planning and development of new undergraduate/graduate global
- Participate in working groups and committees relevant to the mission of GLIP and the
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 3-5 years of related experience required.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google Office Suites.
- The capacity to learn TerraDotta, Title III Processes and web content management systems
- Demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of day-to-day supervision.
- Good understanding of current issues in the field of international education
- Demonstrated initiative and use of proactive strategies to engage students in-person and
- Excellent organizational and administrative, written and verbal communication skills;
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and function in a high
- Demonstrated professional, collaborative, and collegial work style; able to work
- Ability to work occasional evening and weekend programs
Additional Considerations
- Familiarity with liberal arts college curricula.
- Experience using TerraDotta,
- Experience supporting Title III Grants
- Proficiency in English and a second language
- Cross-cultural experience such as living, working, and/or studying abroad.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Application and/or résumé for this position must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS). Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and/or résumés will not be accepted. Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of Virginia Employees Only), must attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé. The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from either the electronic application and/or resumé. RMS provides a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS account to check the status of your application for this position.
Norfolk State University conducts background checks on all candidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration. The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon the type of position for which you have been identified as a finalist and may include: criminal history, including sexual offender registry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving) records, license verification, and credit report reviews. The results of background checks are made available to university employing officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign an Authorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizes Form I-9 and E-Verify in the verification of eligibility for employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
EEO Statement
NSU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants, without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. NSU encourages and invites minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
Contact Information
Name: Norfolk State University
Phone: 7578238160
Email: no email materials accepted
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
