Director, Intensive English Institute

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Director, Intensive English Institute – Boca Raton, FL.

The Director of the Intensive English Institute (IEI) provides leadership, direction, and vision to the Intensive English Institute through innovative and forward-looking programs, services, and partnerships. The position reports to the Assistant Provost for Global Engagement and serves as a member of the Center for Global Engagement (CGE) Leadership Team.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and oversight to IEI programs, services, recruitment, partnerships, and engagement.
• Represent IEI and, as needed, FAU and the CGE at relevant international meetings, conferences, recruitment fairs, and other events.
• Lead the development and implementation of the IEI strategic growth plan and ongoing work plan.
• Prepare IEI periodic and annual reports for the Assistant Provost and CGE leadership.
• Collaborate with IEI Academic Director on curriculum, faculty, and accreditation matters; provide feedback and participate in the selection of new instructors, instructor evaluations, curricular updates, and implementation of new course offerings that anticipate market demand.
• Nurture relationships with educational consultants and other third-party providers; negotiate service agreements between IEI and external stakeholders.
• Develop additional revenue-generating sources through custom programs and partnerships.
• Seek additional sources of funding through grants and sponsorships.
• Promote and refine the Global Academic Track as the flagship academic program for university-bound IEI participants.
• Support strategic planning and initiatives under the Center for Global Engagement and perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Provost.
• Deliver courses in academic and intercultural communication and/or other courses as part of IEI coursework or custom courses.

The Center for Global Engagement at Florida Atlantic University seeks scholars who are committed to supporting the learning needs of students from diverse backgrounds and to thoughtfully engaging all communities in higher education. Florida Atlantic University embodies a culture of strategic and collaborative community engagement that results in mutual benefit to the institution and the various internal and external communities that it serves.

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• 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 – https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
• Flexible work arrangement plans – https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee_relations/flexwork.php
• 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 – https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf
• 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).

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six (6) years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight (8) years of appropriate experience required.

Extensive travel, domestic and international, on behalf of FAU required.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

Master’s degree in Education or closely related discipline.

Proficiency in at least one language other than English, preferably Portuguese or Spanish.

Two years of experience in international recruitment, engagement, or partnership development.

Two years of experience working/teaching in a university-based English language program.

Ability to handle multiple projects and demanding travel/work schedules.

High-level communication skills, global cultural awareness, and ability to work with a wide variety of stakeholders.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

Center for Global Engagement (Dr. Mihaela N Metianu (Z00022766))

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. May also require weekend/evening hours.

Application Deadline:

2024-10-28

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS 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.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

As a Hispanic-serving institution, Florida Atlantic University (FAU) is one of the most racially and ethnically diverse institutions in the Florida state university system. We are committed to recruiting and retaining talented faculty and staff. We embrace our shared responsibility to create and celebrate a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all. Our community features excellent schools, a vibrant and safe community, and a sub-tropical climate conductive to year-round outdoor activities.

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