Director, International Admissions & Immigration Support

Director, International Admissions & Immigation Support

Company:
La Salle University

Job Location:
Philadelphia, 19141

Category:
International Programs and Services

Type:
Full-Time

Department: 522000 - Admissions

Position Summary

The Director of International Admissions & Immigration Support provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the recruitment, admission, enrollment, and ongoing support of international undergraduate and graduate students at La Salle University. This role ensures a seamless experience from initial recruitment through matriculation and successful integration into campus life, while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal immigration regulations.

Working collaboratively across Enrollment Management, Mission, Diversity & Inclusion, Academic Affairs, and Student Success units, the Director advances La Salle University's commitment to global education, inclusive community, and Lasallian Catholic values. The position serves as a key institutional leader in supporting international students' academic, cultural, and personal success.

Essential Duties

International Recruitment and Admissions

• Recruit, process, admit, and enroll all full-time international undergraduate and graduate students and support the process for international student exchanges.
• In conjunction with the Senior Vice President of University Strategy and the Assistant Vice President & Dean of Enrollment, develop and execute a comprehensive international recruitment strategy aligned with institutional goals.
• Manage international recruitment territories and conduct outreach through travel, school visits, college fairs, and virtual engagement, both internationally and domestically.
• Track prospects, inquiries, applications, and deposits using CRM systems; analyze data to guide recruitment strategy and territory management.
• Complete and review international undergraduate admission applications, including evaluation of foreign educational credentials and authenticity of documentation.
• Collaborate with Graduate and Adult Admission to support recruitment and admission of international graduate students.
• Establish, maintain, and oversee relationships with international agents, agencies, and third-party recruiters, ensuring ethical practices and institutional alignment.
• Conduct information sessions, one-on-one advising meetings, and yield activities for prospective students and families.
• Represent the University at admissions, enrollment, and recruitment events, including department- and division-sponsored initiatives.

International Student Immigration Compliance

• Collaborate closely with staff in Mission, Diversity & Inclusion, Enrollment Management, and Registrar staff to support visa compliance and onboarding.
• Serve as Designated School Official (DSO - backup to the PDSO) for F-1 SEVIS reporting and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for J-1 Exchange Visitor SEVIS reporting, as applicable.
• Manage and maintain I-20 and DS-2019 processes post-enrollment, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and institutional policies related to nonimmigrant student visas and international student compliance.
• Assist with providing guidance and coordination related to immigration processes, identification, tax documentation, Social Security numbers, and employment authorization (OPT/CPT).

Secondary Responsibilities

• Attends, supports, and assists with other divisional and University-wide events.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management and Vice President for Mission, Diversity, and Inclusion.

# of Direct Reports: N/A

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in international admissions, international student services, or a related higher education field.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Previous experience working with international students in a higher education setting.
• Strong knowledge of international admissions processes, immigration regulations, and SEVIS compliance.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse constituents.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of and commitment to the mission and values of La Salle University.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience serving as DSO or PDSO.
• Experience with Technolutions Slate CRM and/or Ellucian Banner.
• Proficiency in a language other than English.
• Demonstrated experience working with diverse populations in an urban or international context.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours

• Evening and weekend work will be necessary during peak times.
• Travel to schools and college fairs within recruitment territories, both domestic and international, as designated by the University.
• Valid driver's license and passport required.
• Ability to traverse the campus, including navigating steep stairs.

Special Instructions to Applicant

La Salle University is dedicated to fostering a welcoming and respectful environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek candidates who will contribute to a positive, inclusive, and supportive community, and who are committed to working collaboratively with students, fostering critical thinking, supporting their success, and helping them realize their full potential.

La Salle University offers its eligible employees comprehensive medical and dental plans, employer paid life and disability insurance, retirement benefits, generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays), and tuition benefits such as no cost undergraduate and graduate degree programs for its employees (with no wait period) and no cost undergraduate degree programs for its employees' dependents (after completing the required years of service).

Application Open Date: 05/12/2026

Application Close Date: 05/16/2026

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