Job Details

Director of International Admission & Recruitment

Position Number: 9967909
Location: Kingston, United States
Position Type: Admissions/Enrollment

Director of International Admission & Recruitment

Posting Number: SF02254
Position Type: Professional Staff
Union: Non-Union Non-Classified Staff
Pay Grade Level: Grade Level: 14
Pay Grade Range: Salary Hiring Range: $120,000 - $125,000
Department: Global Initiatives
Campus Location: Kingston

Job Description Summary:
Search will be open until filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by 11/25/2026. Applications received after 11/25/2026 may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs but are not guaranteed full consideration.
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About URI: The University of Rhode Island enrolls approximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduate programs and is the State's flagship public research university, as well as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state of Rhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village of Kingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Both campuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community. URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach of Newport, Boston, and New York City.
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THE POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Vice Provost for Global Initiatives, implement and manage the University of Rhode Island's (URI) international admissions, enrollment and recruitment strategy for Graduate and Undergraduate students. Engage in unit level strategic planning, evaluation, and implementation of best practices in international recruitment and international admissions processes. Ensure compliance and coordination with institutional practice and coordination with key stakeholders in supporting enrollment and student success goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:
KEY ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership:* Work closely with the Vice Provost of Global Initiatives to develop, manage and implement international recruitment strategies aligned with the university's enrollment goals.* Set policy and guidelines for international recruitment practices and evaluation.

Recruitment Operations:* Oversee the day-to-day operations of the international recruitment team for Graduate and Undergraduate students.

* Develop and execute diverse recruitment channels to support a sustainable pipeline of international student enrollment. * Lead outreach efforts by representing URI at global recruitment events and fairs.* Assess current practices and make recommendations to the Vice Provost with regard to the value of all recruitment and yield activities.* Support and develop reporting and evaluation of strategic recruiting efforts.

Admission Coordination:* Oversee the evaluation of international applications, credentials, and ensure compliance with university policies and all other applicable regulations.

Partnership Management:* Cultivate and maintain partnerships with recruitment partners or contractors, and vet potential new partnerships.* Develop data-driven strategies and initiatives to support strategic international recruitment and enrollment goals.

Communication and Outreach:* Respond to inquiries about programs, admission, scholarships, and campus resources.* Support marketing efforts by assisting in the creation of promotional materials.* Serve as a liaison to campus communications and marketing collaborations.

Team Collaboration:
* Lead and train staff, fostering a collaborative environment that aligns recruitment activities with university-wide objectives.* Work in partnership with the Director of the Office of International Students, Scholars, and Immigration Services to ensure international student success throughout the student lifecycle. Coordinate with Graduate and Undergraduate Admission Offices and other campus stakeholders.

Budget & Resource Management:* Prepare and monitor relevant operating budgets for recruitment activities.

Travel:* Conduct international travel for recruitment activities, as needed.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform other duties as assigned.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers and printers; word processing, database management, spreadsheet software. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

Posting Date: 11/12/2026

To apply, visit https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/17332