Director of International Admission

University of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rhode Island is seeking a Director of International Admission & Recruitment to lead URI’s international admissions, enrollment and recruitment strategy for both graduate and undergraduate students. The role collaborates with the Vice Provost for Global Initiatives and coordinates with key campus stakeholders to advance enrollment goals.

The position manages recruitment channels, partnerships, and reporting, ensuring compliance with policies while driving a data‑driven approach

Responsibilities

• Lead international recruitment strategies aligned with the university's enrollment goals.
• 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 at global recruitment events and fairs to build partnerships.

Job description

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. Firstconsideration will be given to applications received by 11/25/2026.Applications received after 11/25/2026 may be reviewed depending onsearch progress and needs but are not guaranteed fullconsideration.

About URI

The University of Rhode Island enrollsapproximately 17,000 students across its graduate and undergraduateprograms and is the State's flagship public research university, aswell as the land grant and sea grant university, for the state ofRhode Island. The main campus is located in the historic village ofKingston, and the Bay Campus is located in Narragansett. Bothcampuses are near major beaches in a beautiful coastal community.URI is just 30 minutes from Providence, RI and within easy reach ofNewport, Boston, and New York City.

Position is Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Vice Provost for GlobalInitiatives, implement and manage the University of Rhode Island's(URI) international admissions, enrollment and recruitment strategyfor Graduate and Undergraduate students. Engage in unit levelstrategic planning, evaluation, and implementation of bestpractices in international recruitment and international admissionsprocesses. Ensure compliance and coordination with institutionalpractice and coordination with key stakeholders in supportingenrollment and student success goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

KEY ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership

• Work closely with the Vice Provost of GlobalInitiatives to develop, manage and implement internationalrecruitment strategies aligned with the university's enrollmentgoals.
• Set policy and guidelines for international recruitmentpractices and evaluation.

Recruitment Operations

• Oversee the day-to-dayoperations of the international recruitment team for Graduate andUndergraduate students.
• Develop and execute diverse recruitment channels tosupport a sustainable pipeline of international studentenrollment.
• Lead outreach efforts by representing URI atglobal recruitment events and fairs.
• Assess current practices andmake recommendations to the Vice Provost with regard to the valueof all recruitment and yield activities.
• Support and developreporting and evaluation of strategic recruiting efforts.

Admission Coordination

• Oversee the evaluation ofinternational applications, credentials, and ensure compliance withuniversity policies and all other applicable regulations.

Partnership Management

• Cultivate and maintainpartnerships with recruitment partners or contractors, and vetpotential new partnerships.
• Develop data-driven strategies andinitiatives to support strategic international recruitment andenrollment goals.

Communication and Outreach

• Respond to inquiriesabout programs, admission, scholarships, and campus resources.
• Support marketing efforts by assisting in the creation ofpromotional materials.
• Serve as a liaison to campus communicationsand marketing collaborations.

Team Collaboration

• Lead and train staff, fostering a collaborative environment thataligns recruitment activities with university-wide objectives.
• Work in partnership with the Director of the Office ofInternational Students, Scholars, and Immigration Services toensure international student success throughout the studentlifecycle. Coordinate with Graduate and Undergraduate AdmissionOffices and other campus stakeholders.

Budget & Resource Management

• Prepare andmonitor relevant operating budgets for recruitmentactivities.

Travel

• Conduct international travel forrecruitment activities, as needed.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform other duties as assigned.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT

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

Posting Date: 11/12/2026