Job Summary/Basic Function:

The Academic Director, MS Programs, for the Raj Soin College of Business (RSCOB) will advise and recruit for selected RSCOB MS Programs with an international student focus. Among the responsibilities of this role are Masters academic Advising, engagement and retention, marketing and recruitment, employer outreach and placement and other activities in accordance with the needs and objectives of the programs. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree by start date and 3 years related experience

Experience in student or academic functions at the high school or college level

Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software

Demonstrated experience building collaborative relationships

Excellent interpersonal communication skills, oral and written Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business or a STEM field

Understanding of, and ability to address, issues in higher education relevant to RSCOB’s MS programs.

Experience with university systems for workflow and learning management such as Banner, uAchieve, Wings, and Pilot

Ability to effectively communicate in an advisory and coaching role with graduate students.

Experience in business development, marketing, and project management

Connections with businesses and companies in the greater Dayton region and adjacent cities and states.

Extensive knowledge or experience with college student retention and student success initiatives. Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): (15%) Employer Outreach and Placement

Develops strategy to to successfully place MS students into appropriate campus jobs, internships and full-time positions.

Collaborates with Career Services to make appropriate referrals to facilitate placement of students in positions to complement their academic experience.

Collaborates with college and university units to assist students with career opportunities.

Develops relationships with employers most likely to hire our MS students.

Develops alumni database and utilizes for program communications and outreach.

Facilitates activities to encourage employers to connect to students.

Writes job recommendations for student applications for internships and full-time positions as needed

Understands how to work in pre-CPT, CPT, and OPT job search stages with international students in coordination with UCIE, Career Consulting, potential employers, Handshake, etc.

(15%) Program Support

Offers support services to ensure academic success of international students by encouraging intercultural cognizance and understanding of US educational and campus life.

Advises on academic integrity policies, procedures, and helps handle violations; Recommends revisions to policies and procedures

Collaborates with college and university units to assist transfer students, international students, open houses, and career services and opportunities.

Develops materials for events/communications.

Purchases relevant supplies for communications and office operations, as needed.

Other duties as assigned