Associate Director, Duke International Center

Duke University :

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America's leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Positional Summary

The Associate Director of the Duke International Student Center (DISC) plays a key leadership role in supporting international students, and their families at Duke. This position is responsible for strategic planning, supervising staff, and developing programs that promote the integration and success of international students. Major duties include overseeing campus-wide training on cross-cultural issues, managing orientation and support programs, and providing individualized advising. The role also involves continuous assessment and improvement of services, as well as collaborating with university stakeholders to foster an inclusive campus environment.

Key Position Duties

Leadership, Strategy and Supervision- 35% of Effort :

• Collaborate with the Senior Associate Dean for International Students to develop and implement a strategic vision for the Duke International Student Center that aligns with the division's strategic goals.
• Represent DISC in University and professional organizations, associations, committees and / or by presenting the department and its programs at professional meetings and conferences as appropriate.
• Oversee assessment strategy for the Duke International Student Center, including representing the department on the divisional Assessment Committee.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture within the Center and across campus partnerships.
• Supervise DISC's Assistant Directors, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
• Recommend various personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, promotions, transfers, performance appraisals, and vacation schedules.

Lead campus-wide training initiatives- 25% of Effort :

Program Development and Management- 25% of Effort :

Advising and Support- 10% of Effort

Other- 5% of Effort :

Anticipated Pay Range :

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $59,829.00 to USD $88,740.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education / training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family- friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at : https : / / hr.duke.edu / benefits /

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education

Required Experience

Additional Job Specific Skills and Competencies

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions :

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and / or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.