Kern Community College District
Program Manager, International Student Services
Kern Community College District, Bakersfield, California, United States, 93399
Salary:
$86,720.50 - $122,533.80 Annually Location :
Bakersfield CollegePanorama Campus, CA Job Type:
Management - Classified Administrator Job Number:
FY24-2501317 College:
Bakersfield College Department/Division:
International Student Programs & Services Opening Date:
07/09/2025
Basic Function
Under direction of an assigned supervisor, the Program Manager, International Student Services is responsible for managing assigned program activities and student Visa requirements associated with maintaining quality academic and student services programs with a focus on International Students studying on a U.S. Visa. Representative Duties
Manage the implementation of multiple project activities to meet or exceed assigned program(s) expectations, including evaluation of current processes to enhance prospective and current international student experiences. Manage and monitor budgets to ensure compliance with regulations and/or directives from program agencies and cooperative educational partners. Assist in preparation and administration of budget, control and authorize expenditures, approve invoices for payment, and respond to budget inquiries from college staff. Supervise and coordinate department planning and operations; personnel supervision, including development and evaluation of all support staff. Coordinate and support the development of information and outreach, recruitment, admission, and onboarding activities and processes to familiarize prospective international students with the services and programs of the college, including transferring to other institutions. Develop and implement methods to identify and serve international students, assessing their needs and providing support to address those needs, in collaboration with other college departments and staff. Participate in meetings and conferences related to programs within the assigned area; disseminate information, coordinate projects, and implement procedural changes; follow up on action items; develop program review and operational reports as needed. Market the College and assigned program(s) within the College and global recruitment partners, including the community and the general public. Serve as an emergency contact and coordinator for international student related health and safety needs of students in conjunction and consultation with appropriate college departments. Prepare, compile, and analyze data using basic statistical methods, and write various reports related to international student enrollment, academic progress, etc. including program review narratives and reports. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two years of experience related to international student services or equivalent. Demonstrated familiarity with International Student processes, Department of Homeland Security, and Student Visa requirements. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students and employees. Salary , MANAGEMENT, Range 006 $86,720.50 - $122,533.80 annually (Maximum Entry Level Salary: $91,110.73 annually)
Special Instructions Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled.
However, applications
received by
07/23/25
are assured consideration . The District and/or College reserves the right to extend time limits or re-initiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.
Completed application packet
s
must include
the following.
Completed online application for employment Current resume Letter of interest (cover letter) List of 5 (five) professional references (entered in online application) Copy of legible transcripts, if applicable It is the applicant's responsibility to redact or remove any personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of the applicant.
International or
Foreign Degree
s Applicants with international or foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Accommodations Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. (See our EEO Plan 2021-2024.)
Discrimination Free Work Environment The District and College are strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District and College encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices. (See our Discrimination Free Work Environment information.)
Work Authorization Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission. Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Student services programs. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment, including software programs and solutions. Principles and procedures of financial record-keeping and reporting. Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to the assigned special programs processes particularly student-visas and Department of Homeland Security regulations. Principles of public speaking. Record-keeping and report preparation methods. Principles of providing work direction and guidance to others. Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to:
Evaluate and implement project goals. Communicate information to individuals and groups. Interpret and apply the policies and procedures of the college and the project or program initiatives. Interact with and motivate others. Maintain records and prepare reports. Prepare and monitor budgets. Supervise and provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Collaborate with college personnel and key project staff to track program effectiveness based on evidenced based milestones for student success. Develop and facilitate orientations, seminars, and workshops designed to familiarize students, faculty, and staff with assigned special programs opportunities. Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic background of community college students and personnel, including those with physical or learning disabilities.
Kern Community College District provides a rich health and welfare benefits package to our full-time permanent employees, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability. In addition to the above benefits, the District also offers a robust voluntary benefits selection.
Limited benefits and Affordable Care Act (ACA) benefits are offered to less than full-time and temporary employees.
For a detailed list of benefit eligibility please visit our Benefits Website
$86,720.50 - $122,533.80 Annually Location :
Bakersfield CollegePanorama Campus, CA Job Type:
Management - Classified Administrator Job Number:
FY24-2501317 College:
Bakersfield College Department/Division:
International Student Programs & Services Opening Date:
07/09/2025
Basic Function
Under direction of an assigned supervisor, the Program Manager, International Student Services is responsible for managing assigned program activities and student Visa requirements associated with maintaining quality academic and student services programs with a focus on International Students studying on a U.S. Visa. Representative Duties
Manage the implementation of multiple project activities to meet or exceed assigned program(s) expectations, including evaluation of current processes to enhance prospective and current international student experiences. Manage and monitor budgets to ensure compliance with regulations and/or directives from program agencies and cooperative educational partners. Assist in preparation and administration of budget, control and authorize expenditures, approve invoices for payment, and respond to budget inquiries from college staff. Supervise and coordinate department planning and operations; personnel supervision, including development and evaluation of all support staff. Coordinate and support the development of information and outreach, recruitment, admission, and onboarding activities and processes to familiarize prospective international students with the services and programs of the college, including transferring to other institutions. Develop and implement methods to identify and serve international students, assessing their needs and providing support to address those needs, in collaboration with other college departments and staff. Participate in meetings and conferences related to programs within the assigned area; disseminate information, coordinate projects, and implement procedural changes; follow up on action items; develop program review and operational reports as needed. Market the College and assigned program(s) within the College and global recruitment partners, including the community and the general public. Serve as an emergency contact and coordinator for international student related health and safety needs of students in conjunction and consultation with appropriate college departments. Prepare, compile, and analyze data using basic statistical methods, and write various reports related to international student enrollment, academic progress, etc. including program review narratives and reports. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and two years of experience related to international student services or equivalent. Demonstrated familiarity with International Student processes, Department of Homeland Security, and Student Visa requirements. Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of community college students and employees. Salary , MANAGEMENT, Range 006 $86,720.50 - $122,533.80 annually (Maximum Entry Level Salary: $91,110.73 annually)
Special Instructions Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled.
However, applications
received by
07/23/25
are assured consideration . The District and/or College reserves the right to extend time limits or re-initiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.
Completed application packet
s
must include
the following.
Completed online application for employment Current resume Letter of interest (cover letter) List of 5 (five) professional references (entered in online application) Copy of legible transcripts, if applicable It is the applicant's responsibility to redact or remove any personal information from all documents prior to uploading. This includes Social Security Numbers, Date of Birth, and any photos of the applicant.
International or
Foreign Degree
s Applicants with international or foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC. (ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.
Accommodations Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to participate in the selection process should contact Human Resources to make the necessary arrangements. (See our EEO Plan 2021-2024.)
Discrimination Free Work Environment The District and College are strongly committed to achieving staff diversity and the principles of equal employment opportunity. The District and College encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law, in any of its policies, procedures or practices. (See our Discrimination Free Work Environment information.)
Work Authorization Kern Community College District does not provide sponsorship for authorization to work in the United States. Work authorization should be established at the time of application submission. Knowledge & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Student services programs. Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment, including software programs and solutions. Principles and procedures of financial record-keeping and reporting. Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to the assigned special programs processes particularly student-visas and Department of Homeland Security regulations. Principles of public speaking. Record-keeping and report preparation methods. Principles of providing work direction and guidance to others. Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to:
Evaluate and implement project goals. Communicate information to individuals and groups. Interpret and apply the policies and procedures of the college and the project or program initiatives. Interact with and motivate others. Maintain records and prepare reports. Prepare and monitor budgets. Supervise and provide work direction and guidance to assigned staff. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Collaborate with college personnel and key project staff to track program effectiveness based on evidenced based milestones for student success. Develop and facilitate orientations, seminars, and workshops designed to familiarize students, faculty, and staff with assigned special programs opportunities. Demonstrate sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic background of community college students and personnel, including those with physical or learning disabilities.
Kern Community College District provides a rich health and welfare benefits package to our full-time permanent employees, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-term Disability. In addition to the above benefits, the District also offers a robust voluntary benefits selection.
Limited benefits and Affordable Care Act (ACA) benefits are offered to less than full-time and temporary employees.
For a detailed list of benefit eligibility please visit our Benefits Website