Director of International Education

Job Type: Location Type: On-site

 

Salary: $95,000.00 – $100,000.00 Annually
Location : Everett Community College
Job Type: Exempt
Division: Global Engagement & Social Justice
Department: Global Engagement & Social Justice
Opening Date: 02/26/2026
Closing Date: 3/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Exempt
First review date (applicant screening begins):: 03/16/2026

We are committed to hiring, developing, retaining, and promoting individuals who exemplify the mission, vision, and core values of our institution and possess the skills and experience to meet the needs of our students.
Overview
The Director of International Education provides strategic leadership for expanding and enriching global learning opportunities and engagement across Everett Community College. This position is responsible for the development and oversight of a wide array of programs designed to deepen understanding of international cultures, enhance communication, and advance the College’s commitment to equitable and transformative global learning experiences. This position supports international students through collaborative partnerships with departments and programs throughout the College while ensuring the College’s compliance with federal regulations related to international students.

TITLE: Director of International Education

SALARY: $95,000-$100,000/year

DEPARTMENT: International Education

REPORTS TO: Associate Vice President of Global Engagement and Social Justice

POSITION NUMBER: 00011999
This position is eligible for hybrid work location, per Everett Community College’s Telework Policy
Duties & Responsibilities
Program Administration

• Provide strategic direction and leadership for global engagement programs, ensuring alignment with the College’s mission and strategic plan.
• Manage program operations, including budgeting, contract negotiation, and partnership agreements, to support sustainable and effective global engagement activities.
• Lead the development and coordination of global engagement programs, including student and faculty study abroad, international exchanges, and faculty-led projects
• Oversee the development and implementation of marketing and outreach strategies to promote global engagement programs, ensuring messaging is inclusive and accessible.
• Develop and maintain the Global Engagement and Study Abroad websites and communication platforms, ensuring information is accurate, accessible, and reflective of institutional values.
• Collaborate with campus programs and departments, including the Japanese Cultural Resource Center, to expand intercultural programming and global engagement initiatives.
• Promote equitable access, intercultural learning, and global engagement across programs and the campus community through partnerships with departments and stakeholders.
• Serve as a resource to faculty and staff on global engagement, international student support, and culturally responsive practices.
• Monitor and assess the impact of global engagement activities, using data to inform program improvement and demonstrate outcomes related to global learning and equity.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies related to international students and study abroad services, including risk management and safety protocols.

Global Engagement Student Services

• Recruit, advise, and prepare students for global engagement programs, ensuring they are equipped for ethical international experiences.
• Provide guidance and support to international students enrolling at EvCC, collaborating with departments such as Enrollment Services, Admissions, Finance, Housing, and Student Life.
• Develop and facilitate orientation programs for international students that address cultural adjustment, academic success, and effective use of campus resources.
• Coordinate pre-departure and re-entry programming for global engagement participants, emphasizing intercultural competence, identity, and global citizenship.
• Develop and expand domestic and international partnerships with universities, organizations, and agencies to increase global learning opportunities for students.

Principal Designated School Official (PDSO)

• Serve as the college’s Principal Designated School Official (PDSO), ensuring compliance with all Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) regulations for F-1 and M-1 students.
• Act as the primary point of contact with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), SEVP, and other relevant agencies regarding campus certification and international student matters.
• Manage Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) functions, including issuing Form I-20, maintaining accurate records, and fulfilling all federal reporting requirements.
• Advise international students on maintaining nonimmigrant status, including guidance on employment, program changes, travel, and related regulatory obligations.
• Perform PDSO-only functions in SEVIS, including updating the college’s Designated School Official (DSO) roster, responding to system alerts, and submitting for campus recertification.
• Develop and implement institutional procedures to support consistent SEVP compliance, including documentation, reporting practices, and audit readiness.
• Provide training and updates to College staff on SEVP regulations, system processes, and best practices in international student support.

General Duties

• Represent Everett Community College at conferences and events to strengthen the college’s global profile and build strategic partnerships.
• Supervise and evaluate assigned staff, fostering a culture of professional development, collaboration, and commitment to equity and social justice.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support departmental operations and advance institutional initiatives.

Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as international relations, global studies, or cultural anthropology (or equivalent experience).
• Two years of experience in study abroad, international programs, or related programs.
• One year of supervisory experience involving staff supervision and budget management.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of federal regulations and policies related to international students, travel, and study
• abroad programming.
• Ability to develop, implement, and assess strategic plans and initiatives.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in program development and supporting students from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and cross-cultural contexts.
• Commitment to advancing equity, intercultural understanding, and global engagement.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience using SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System).
• Experience with CRM (Customer Relationship Management) systems.
• Proficiency in more than one language.

Competencies

• Participatory Management: Provides opportunity for assigned staff to participate in management decision-making when and where appropriate. Consistently seeks out appropriate information and input that ensure stakeholders perspective is considered.
• Approachability: Willing to take immediate time to actively listen to others. Considered “accessible” or can be depended upon to be available when needed. Responsive.
• Change Management: Initiates and/or manages the change process and energizes it on an ongoing basis, taking steps to remove barriers or accelerate its pace.
• Leadership: Leads by example, serves as appropriate role model to colleagues. Demonstrates confidence within area of expertise – promotes a cooperative work environment. Ability to appropriately apply leadership techniques to motivate, develop and guide employees.
• Visionary Leadership: Creates a clear, compelling vision. Communicates vision and gains commitment. Acts in accordance with vision. Displays passion and optimism. Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.
• Data Literacy: Uses data as a key component to assess performance, in particular toward meeting College and unit goals in support of student success. Understands what data is available, internally and externally, and what story that data is telling in order to improve programs, services, and processes for serving students, other units, and the College’s service district.
• Oral & Written Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations. Listens and gets clarification. Responds well to questions. Demonstrates group presentation skills. Participates in meetings. Structures and conveys information clearly and effectively through both formal and informal documents. Reviews and edits written work constructively. Ability to tailor to audience in mind.
• Student Centered: Ensures attention, interest, activities and efforts are centered upon the best interest of students. Creates and supports an environment that enables learners to achieve their personal, academic, and professional goals. Provides courteous and helpful responses to all customers, whether they be students, general public, or employees from another department.
• Support for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Supports initiatives of the college and departments to expand the human qualities that differentiate our workforce and workplace. Exemplifies tenants of tolerance, acceptance, and interest in different viewpoints, cultures, and backgrounds and demands similar conduct of assigned staff and department.
• Accountability: Accountable for own actions, decisions, errors, mistakes and/or failures to act when appropriate. Accepts responsibility when given, understands what duties employee is responsible for and can be counted upon to carry out those responsibilities.
• Teamwork: Demonstrates a willingness to work with, and help others in completing job assignments, the ability to accept constructive criticism, and to cooperate with fellow employees and supervisors.

Additional Information
Physical Requirements

Everett Community College follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment, including computers, printers, and telecommunication devices.
• Ability to observe, analyze, and interpret data from various sources.
• Ability to prepare and present detailed reports, both in written and audible formats.
• Ability to exchange information on the phone, through video conferencing, or in person.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing routine tasks.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Terms of Employment

• Full-time position, Monday through Friday, twelve (12) months per year.
• FLSA Exempt employee with a year-to-year contract.
• Position is subject to Everett Community College policies and procedures.
• Performance will be evaluated annually.

Notice to Applicants

This position is not eligible for an employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Background Check

Prior to hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
Drug-Free Campus

In compliance with federal and state regulations, EvCC is committed to a safe and drug-free campus. Employees are required to comply with EvCC’s policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity, including notification of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety.

The complete policy is available at the EvCC Policies page. If you would like a printed copy of the policy, or if you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at 425-388-9229.
Safety and Security

EvCC strives to be a safe, secure and prepared campus for our students, staff and community. Detailed information regarding campus security, crime statistics for the most recent three year period, and other information is available on the Campus Safety, Security and Emergency Management page. This information is required by law and is provided by the EvCC Security Department. If you would like a printed copy of this information, you may contact the Security Department at (425) 388-9990.
Reasonable Accommodations and Non-Discrimination

Reasonable accommodation is provided in all aspects of employment, including the application process, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at hr@everettcc.edu or 425-388-9229. For more information see: EvCC3020: Americans with Disabilities Act policy

Everett Community College does not discriminate based on, but not limited to, race, color, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, language, culture, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy or parental status, marital status, actual or perceived disability, use of service animal, economic status, military or veteran status, spirituality or religion, or genetic information in its programs, activities, or employment.

Contact the following people with inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination, Title IX compliance, or Americans with Disabilities Act compliance:

Equal Opportunity Director: EqualOpportunity@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271;

ADA Coordinator: ADACoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9232;

Title IX Coordinator: TitleIXCoordinator@everettcc.edu, 425-388-9271.

HR offices are located in Olympus Hall 111, 2000 Tower St. Everett, WA 98201.

For more information, visit the Equal Opportunity and Title IX website.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including: health care, dental, vision, , deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Part-time employees may be eligible for benefits, depending on employee type and hours worked.
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