Job Title:            Director of Additional Location

Location:            Tortola, British Virgin Islands

Classification:    Full-Time/Exempt/In-Person

Reports To:         President of Ponce Health Sciences University

 

This job description provides a comprehensive outline of the expectations for a successful Director, highlighting the importance of both strategic oversight and hands-on management in achieving the institution's international enrollment goals and to successfully launch the new PHSU location in the British Virgin Islands. This position will be located in Tortola, BVI. Candidates must be able to relocate to the BVI no later than March 31, 2025. Relocation costs will be offered for this position. 

 

Ponce Health Sciences University is a premier institution dedicated to fostering academic excellence, innovative research, and compassionate healthcare education in Puerto Rico and the United States.  PHSU is launching a new PHSU university location in 2025 in the British Virgin Islands. Our mission is to develop skilled medical professionals who are well-prepared to meet the healthcare challenges of tomorrow.

 

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

The Director will be the senior administrative officer responsible for the overall leadership and management of a new university location. This role involves strategic planning, academic administration, enrollment management, student services, and community engagement to ensure the institution’s growth and success. The Director will work closely with faculty, staff, and students to promote a high-quality educational environment.

 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:
• Support and implement strategic plans to advance the university’s mission and objectives by successfully launching the additional PHSU location in the BVI’s.
2. Admissions and Recruitment:

• Oversee student recruitment, admissions, and retention strategies.
• Implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract a diverse student population.
• Coordinate with marketing and communications teams to develop effective promotional materials and campaigns.

4. Student Services and Facilities Management:

• Promote a supportive and inclusive additional location environment.
• Ensure the availability of adequate student support services, including counseling, career services, and extracurricular activities.
• Ensure a safe and secure environment for students and University community.

4. Financial Management:

• Develop and manage the location's budget.
• Oversee financial planning, resource allocation, and fiscal oversight.
• Pursue funding opportunities, including grants and partnerships.

4. Human Resources:

• Recruit, develop, and retain qualified faculty and staff.
• Foster a collaborative and positive workplace culture.
• Ensure ongoing professional development and performance evaluation.

4. Community Engagement:

• Build and maintain partnerships with healthcare organizations, educational institutions, and other stakeholders.
• Represent the campus at public events, conferences, and meetings.
• Assist in housing and extracurricular activities for the students
• Promote the university’s mission and programs through outreach and advocacy.

4. Facilities Management:

• Oversee the maintenance and development of the location's facilities.
• Ensure a safe, accessible, and conducive learning environment.
• Collaborate with location's leasing partner to ensure adequate facilities and how to best position the new PHSU student community and shared services.

 

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong understanding of visa regulations and the international education market.

• Proven track record of strategic planning and organizational development.
• Strong management and budgeting skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Experience in healthcare education or a medical university setting is highly desirable.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree required.  Master’s degree in international education, business, or related field preferred.

 

Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in international admissions, student recruitment, or a related field.

 

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have general knowledge of computers including Microsoft Office Applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and to use hands to type on computer, operate office equipment and handle books, files, documents, etc. Must be able to talk and hear to answer phones and when assisting others. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and to stoop or kneel. The employee must occasionally lift objects weighing from 10 – 30 pounds and possibly up to 50 pounds. Close vision needed to use computer. Must have distance vision and depth perception for safety purposes.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment in this position is characteristic of a normal office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild to moderate. At times, the position requirements will require the ability to produce results in a fast-paced environment. Independence and autonomy with little direct supervision is required. Professional mannerisms are expected as a representative of the university. This position requires leadership and the ability to accept performance feedback.

 

NOTE: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor. An employee is expected to assist and provide coverage for coworkers during peak periods, vacation days or sick days.

 

Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU), as an educational institution and as an employer, values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity.  Accordingly, the University prohibits and will not engage in discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability, or veteran status.  Further, the University will continue to take affirmative steps to support and advance its values consistent with the PHSU mission.  This policy applies to admission, students, employment, and access to and treatment in PHSU programs and activities.  This is a commitment made by the PHSU and is in accordance with federal, state and/or local laws and regulations.