Assistant Provost for Global Engagement/Chief International Officer

Maryland Connect; United States; On-site; USD 133,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Salisbury University seeks an Assistant Provost for Global Engagement/Chief International Officer to lead the global engagement strategy and oversee the Janet Dudley Eshbach Center for International Education (CIE). The role advances study abroad, international admissions, student services, and bilateral exchanges to raise SU’s global profile.

The position reports to the Provost, with multiple staff and faculty under supervision, and requires strong leadership in immigration compliance and

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in international education or related field.
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership in international education.
• Strong knowledge of immigration compliance, risk management, and global higher education trends.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and intercultural skills.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty and academic leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead Salisbury University’s global engagement strategy and oversee the full portfolio of the Janet Dudley Eshbach Center for International Education (CIE).
• Strengthen global partnerships and expand international learning opportunities.
• Collaborate across campus to advance internationalization and SU’s global visibility.

Skills

Strategic leadership

International education

Immigration compliance

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Terminal degree

Job description

Job Posting:

JR102032 Assistant Provost for Global Engagement/Chief International Officer (Open)

Department:

SU Academic Affairs-Academic Operations, PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

08-17-2026

Close Date:

$133,000 - $155,000

Job Description:

Job Summary

Lead Salisbury University’s comprehensive global engagement strategy by overseeing the full portfolio of the Janet Dudley Eshbach Center for International Education (CIE), including study abroad, study away (National Student Exchange), international admissions, international student & scholar services, the English Language Institute (ELI), and bilateral student exchange programs that bring visiting students to SU. Strengthen global partnerships, expand international learning opportunities, and collaborate across campus to advance internationalization, intercultural learning, and SU’s global visibility.

Authority and Accountability

Reports to the Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs. There are currently 2 full-time staff and 3 full-time faculty reporting to this position.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal degree (international education, higher education administration, or related field preferred).
• 5–7 years of progressive leadership experience in international education.
• Strong knowledge of immigration compliance, risk management, and global higher education trends.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and intercultural skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with faculty and academic leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a public university setting.
• Proficiency in one or more foreign languages.
• Record of securing external funding for international programs.

Additional Job Information:

The position is a full-time, exempt, state role with comprehensive benefits.

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.