Job: International Advisor for Regional Campuses, University of Connecticut (CT)
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Position: International Advisor for Regional Campuses
Posted by: University of Connecticut
Location: Storrs, CT
Type: full-time
Overview:
International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) at the University of Connecticut seeks applicants for a full-time position as an International Advisor for Regional Campuses (Program Specialist I – UCP 6). This is an intermediate-level advising position. Under the general supervision of designated supervisor, the incumbent will provide immigration advising, provides support services to international students and scholars, and participates in the University’s globalization efforts.
Serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), the incumbent will be primarily assigned to advise international students and scholars at UConn regional campuses on immigration and academic, cultural and personal adjustments; be responsible for all routine SEVIS records maintenance, updates and reporting; review, assess advisees’ immigration paperwork and prepare visa documentation and other appropriate documents; serve as a resource to community members concerning international students’ and scholars’ needs and concerns; provide related support services, including cultural program development; write and/or edit informational and publicity materials; compile statistical reports and maintains appropriate files and records. Stationed at the Storrs main campus, the incumbent will be required to travel to regional campuses regularly. May require occasional evening and weekend work hours.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience; at least two years of experience in advising international students on F and/or J immigration regulations, SEVIS, and implementing programs to support international students and scholars; comprehensive knowledge of the needs of the international student population in a higher education setting; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; excellent writing and editing skills; excellent organizational and analytical skills with ability to exercise good judgment to deal with confidential data and sensitive situations; ability to work independently and regularly exercise good judgment regarding international student and/or scholar advising; good multi-tasking and organizational skills with attention to detail; excellent computer skills in basic MS and database applications. Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident to meet the U.S. Departments of Homeland Security and State eligibility requirements for DSO and ARO.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in related field; knowledge of one or more foreign languages; experience studying, working, or living in a foreign country; experience with a SEVIS batching system; knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft system.
Salary range is upper forties with an excellent healthcare and retirement package.
Application Instructions:
For more details and to apply, please go to http://www.jobs.uconn.edu/ (Search #: 2014631).
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