Senior Director of Global Academic Services and Education Abroad

Florida Atlantic University • Boca Raton, FL

23d • $105,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Senior Director of Global Academic Services and Education Abroad - Boca Raton, FL. The Senior Director of Global Academic Services and Education Abroad provides strategic leadership for a wide portfolio of international programs and initiatives within the Center for Global Engagement. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Global Engagement and International Services, this role oversees education abroad, global academic services, international regulatory processes, and Fulbright advising, ensuring academic quality, regulatory compliance, and alignment with institutional global engagement priorities.

Requirements

• Master's of Science degree from an accredited institution and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience required.
• Resume
• Cover letter
• OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
• PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED: Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience advising Fulbright applicants or managing Fulbright-related programs.
• Demonstrated engagement in developing and sustaining international partnerships and faculty‑led global initiatives.
• Proficiency in at least one foreign language.
• Previous experience living or working abroad.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and strategic direction for education abroad and global academic services in alignment with institutional priorities and global engagement goals.
• Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to ensure professional standards and ongoing performance evaluation of Global Academic Services and Education Abroad staff
• In collaboration with the AVP and the Senior Director for International Student Services, leverage international academic mobility, global partnerships, and study abroad to support student success as well as other institutional strategic priorities and metrics
• Oversee education abroad programs, including faculty-led, exchange, direct enrollment, third-party, and experiential global learning opportunities.
• Ensure that study abroad and other global learning opportunities maintain academic integrity, student learning outcomes, and alignment with curriculum and degree requirements.
• Ensure fiscally responsible practices and resource allocations for global academic services and education abroad.
• Manage agreement renewals and service contracts with international partners and program providers in education abroad.
• Identify revenue-generating opportunities; develop and implement innovative programs that shore up the financial health of the units.
• Serve as Alternate Responsible Officer or Responsible Officer (depending on prior experience) for the Exchange Visitor Program and ensure full compliance with U.S. Department of State regulations and institutional policies.
• Oversee J-1 visa guidance and reporting for J-1 students, scholars, and short-term visitors.
• Oversee international faculty and staff employment-based non-immigrant and immigrant visa processes and regulations (H-1B, TN, O1, and PERM); serve as the liaison to external immigration counsel, Provost Office, and Human Resources on matters related to the hiring of university-sponsored foreign.
• Provide outbound visa guidance and support for students, faculty, and staff engaging in study abroad-related programs and activities.
• Collaborate with relevant parties to ensure travel risk management, crisis response planning, and emergency protocols.
• Oversee outbound visa advising and support for students, faculty, and staff participating in international programs.
• Ensure accurate, timely guidance on host-country visa and immigration requirements.
• Develop risk-mitigation strategies related to international travel and immigration compliance.
• Provide leadership and oversight for Fulbright student and scholar advising and institutional endorsement processes.
• Collaborate with faculty and campus partners to identify, mentor, and support competitive applicants.
• Strengthen institutional visibility and success in Fulbright and related global fellowship programs.
• Lead efforts to increase participation in applications to other prestigious scholarships such as Gilman and Boren; collaborate with the Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry to support students applying for prestigious awards.
• Partner with academic units, advising offices, student affairs, risk management, legal counsel, and senior leadership.
• Represent the institution in national and international professional organizations related to international education.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to advance the goals of Global Academic Services, Education Abroad, and the Center for Global Engagement.
• Lead signature initiatives such as International Education Week, Fulbright Days, and Study Abroad Fairs.
• Complete other job-related duties as assigned by the AVP.

Benefits

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Sick Leave Pool Program.
• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).
• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day
• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment.
• For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director