Assistant Director, International Students and Scholar Services
NAFSA: Association of International Educators
Greensboro, NC
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Employer UNC Greensboro Location Greensboro, NC Closing date Jun 26, 2026
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Specialty Student & Scholar Services Position Type Assistant Director Hours Full-time Employment Type Permanent Organization Type Other
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Position Summary
The purpose of the Global Engagement Office ( GEO ) is to coordinate and develop the University’s international activities and ensure that the University achieves its internationalization goals. Specific activities include: developing and managing the Study Abroad and Exchange programs; managing the faculty-led programs; recruitment, advising, and retention of international students and visiting scholars; providing support services including immigration and practical training placement for international (F1) and exchange students (J1) and visiting scholars; securing external funding for development projects that support the University’s international goals; developing and managing outreach programs to the local schools, businesses and community. GEO serves as the liaison for the Interlink Language Programs. The responsibilities of the Assistant Director will be to support the Director for International Student & Scholar Services ( ISSS ) in the administration and expansion of UNCG’s International Student & Scholar Services programs. The person in this position will be responsible for the incoming exchange program, as well as advising degree seeking students on F1 visas, but may at any point be asked to support all aspects of education abroad efforts. Towards this goal, this position will be working with all levels of administrative units and faculty members. While reporting directly to the Director of ISSS , the Assistant Director will also work with and be advised by the Associate Provost for Global Engagement as needed. Overview of duties encompassed in this role include: advising students who are planning to study at UNCG , on semester- or year-long study abroad programs, or to seek full degree-programs, including appropriate site options, coursework consistency with current academic goals, transfer credit procedures, financial aid and immigration matters associated with F/J visa types. The person will also act as a UNCG liaison for students while they are participating in an incoming education abroad program. The person performing the primary function will be to provide full cycle support for all international students coming to UNCG from partner institutions or directly for degree programs. The person will also assist with partnership relations and agreement management efforts as needed and support duties as assigned in conjunction with the Associate Director of Study Abroad and Exchanges. The person will be providing advice and counsel on all issues of importance and concern to international students and scholars, and sharing responsibilities for generating foreign student and scholar data reports from the Student & Exchange Visitor System ( SEVIS ) real-time interface, and the University’s student information system of record to ensure compliance with Federal and Commonwealth standards and to maintain data integrity.
Minimum Qualifications
The incumbent must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident as required by federal regulations in order to serve as a DSO and ARO . A Bachelor’s degree is required; a Master’s degree with an international focus or in a related field is preferred. Outstanding intercultural sensitivity, exemplary written and verbal competency, excellent computer skills, and experience working, living, and/or studying abroad are also required. The incumbent must be able to relate to students of diverse backgrounds and work effectively with multiple administrative and academic offices. Experience working in the education abroad field, preferably in a public higher educational system like UNC , would be advantageous to this position. Must have familiarity with J-l non-immigrant exchange sponsorship and F1 visa regulations. This position requires the ability to interpret policies and procedures of both UNCG and partner institutions and advise students accordingly.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree with an international focus or in a related field is preferred.
Work Environment
Inside - F, Outside - R
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NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange. NAFSA's 10,000 members are located at more than 3,500 institutions worldwide, in over 150 countries.
NAFSA advances public policies that promote international education and is committed to supporting a broad public dialogue about the value and importance of international education. Through professional development programs, publications, and networks of professionals, NAFSA provides opportunities for knowledge creation, knowledge sharing, and skill-building. NAFSA also plays a leadership role in increasing awareness of and support for the internationalization of higher education among education leaders, public policy makers, and the broader community.