Overview
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This is a leadership role to guide the Marist Italy branch campus in Florence and strengthen existing programs while developing new international offerings.
Job Summary
A nationally recognized leader in international education, Marist University seeks the next director of its Marist Italy branch campus in Florence. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator eager to lead a unique, celebrated program toward new heights of distinction and innovation.
Position Details
Position Title: Director of Marist Italy
Department / School: International Programs
Location: Florence, Italy (with travel to other sites and time on the Marist home campus in NY)
Hours: 37.5 per week; M-TH 9 am – 5 pm; F 9 am – 3:30 pm; some evenings and weekends required
Type: Full-time; Administrative (Exempt)
Salary / Pay Rate: 115,000 - 125,000
Responsibilities
* Provide leadership of Marist’s campus in Florence, including supervision of the Associate Director, Assistant Director, Student Services Coordinator, and Residence Life Coordinator. Together with the team, create, offer, and ensure ongoing improvements to Marist’s programs in Italy.
* Foster and nurture strong communication and relations with program partners and affiliates.
* Set and supervise workflow and projects by Marist Italy staff based on the Marist home campus in NY.
* Manage the Italy budget and set priorities for programmatic and other expenditure.
* Represent Marist effectively within Florence’s international education community and Italy more broadly.
* Develop and elevate strong post-study abroad Italy programming and Florence alumni support on the home campus as well.
* Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
* Ten or more years of experience in international education and study abroad, including supporting US American students’ academic, cultural, and personal adjustment to living in another culture.
* Fluency in Italian and English.
* Master’s degree in a relevant field.
* Deep knowledge of Italy and Italian culture and society, through academic study, lived experience, or a combination thereof.
* Active in the professional field of international education, for example through NAFSA and The Forum on Education Abroad. Active engagement with NAFSA’s Education Abroad Knowledge Community and / or The Forum’s Standards of Good Practice in Education Abroad.
* Strong supervision and teambuilding skills, intercultural management, and commitment to developing and leading dynamic and high performing teams toward a common mission.
* Exemplary intercultural skills and ability to establish and consistently enhance working relationships across cultures.
* Adaptability, energy, and commitment to running the strongest possible international programs.
Essential Functions
* Provide leadership of Marist’s campus in Florence, including supervision of the Associate Director, Assistant Director, Student Services Coordinator, and Residence Life Coordinator. Together with the team, create, offer, and ensure ongoing improvements to Marist’s programs in Italy.
* Foster and nurture strong communication and relations with program partners and affiliates.
* Set and supervise workflow and projects by Marist Italy staff based on the Marist home campus in NY.
* Manage the Italy budget and set priorities for programmatic and other expenditure.
* Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate in relevant field.
Required Application Documents
Resume, Cover Letter, & Contact Information of 3 Professional References
Start date: July 1, 2026 (anticipated); date subject to change based on the search process and department needs.
Benefits
The position includes a comprehensive benefit package including:
* 3 weeks of paid vacation; 4 weeks starting in year 6
* Unlimited paid sick time; 14+ paid holidays per year
* Medical, Dental & Vision insurance with employer contribution
* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD)
* Life insurance; disability programs; workers compensation
* 403(b) defined contribution plan with stepped university contributions over years
* Tuition benefits for employee, spouse, and dependents; reimbursement options for other institutions
About The Department / School
Explore. Experience. Excel.
About 50% of Marist students study abroad; more than 75 program offerings worldwide. The Florence campus and six continents support a global education.
About Marist University
Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution with campuses in Poughkeepsie, NY, and Florence, Italy, offering international programs and experiential learning.
Additional Details
Type Of Position: Full-time
Seniority level: Director
Location: Florence, Italy (travel to Italy and NY as needed)
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Higher Education
Equal Employment Statement
Marist University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment, with consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected status as required by law.
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