Associate Director International Admission

Position Overview

Butler University seeks a degreed and experienced professional to promote the university to prospective students and assist students and families in the admission process with the goal of increasing international student enrollment.  The title is commensurate with experience. 

This remote role is open exclusively to candidates living in one of these metropolitan areas: Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago,  Houston, Philadelphia, or Washington D.C. Metro areas outside these locations may still be considered.

Responsibilities 

• Expand Butler University’s market position within International Admission and successfully support enrollment goals as established by university leadership
• Formulate recruitment strategies, plans and goals for the International recruitment based on demographic analyses, market research, and other admission data; should be represented in a comprehensive international student recruitment plan
• Manage and review all International applications for admission 
• Perform international credential evaluation and/or oversee third-party evaluation process
• Compile periodic reports to assess marketing progress
• Manage prospective and other professional correspondence
• Attend college fairs, high school visits and other recruitment events within assigned territory
• Develop new external constituent relationships to support accomplishment of enrollment goals 
• Serve on internal work groups and committees as assigned
• Serve as Department of Homeland Security Designated School Official (DSO) to produce initial I-20 documents in accordance with F-1 student visa regulations.
• Routine travel to Indianapolis for training and on campus recruitment events
• Manage international partner agency network, including initial and continual training of partner staff to supplement international recruitment efforts
• Assist in domestic recruitment efforts by attending college fairs, high school visits and other recruitment events in remote work location, when domestic admission staff are unable to attend.
• Advise and mentor additional admission staff who serve in a support role for international recruitment, travel, and student engagement
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:   

• Undergraduate degree, Master’s preferred
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience working in enrollment management, high school guidance/college counseling environment or related field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to successfully create and deliver content in large or small group formats, both in-person and virtual
• Understanding of required international documents and immigration
• Ability to work independently
• Experience working in CRM database systems.  Knowledge of PeopleSoft and/or Slate (Technolutions) preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other technological competencies
• Flexibility to work in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to work weeknights and weekends as needed
• Ability to travel approximately 10-15 weeks each year

To apply, please include your resume and a cover letter that actively articulates your interest in this position and advocates yourself as a candidate.

BU Benefits and Perks  

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include: 

• Paid Time Off and Holidays:  
  • 20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year 
  • 8 Paid Holidays 
    • In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day 
  • Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment) 
• Health:  
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs 
• Retirement:  
  • 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment 
• Tuition Assistance:  
  • Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents 
  • Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.  
    • Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment 
    • Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees 
    • Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree 
    • Covers tuition only 
• Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks:  
  • Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty 
  • LinkedIn Learning Courses 
  • Free premium subscription to the Calm App 
  • Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT 
  • Discount at the College Bookstore 
  • Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances 

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.

Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.

Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.