"International Student Advisor"

International Student Advisor

Job ID:

Location: Main Campus - UCR

Schedule: 8AM - 5PM

Category: Student Affairs and Advising

Salary: $57,700 - $78,500

Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)

Organization: International Affairs

Department: Michael Schmelzle

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:

Provides immigration advising and support services to promote the success, wellness, and academic goals of international students, dependents, and graduated students pursing Optional Practical Training (OPT) and Academic Training. Serves as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), independently providing expert immigration and regulatory advising to international students. Can serve as lead Career Empowerment Coordinator or as lead Coordinator for SEVIS registration. Actively advises faculty and staff across campus by providing in-depth guidance on matters relevant to international students. In collaboration with the ISS team, designs and delivers professional intercultural and support programs that facilitate the educational, professional, and personal success of international students at UCR. Contributes to outreach and campus training that provides faculty, staff, and students with the resources and skills needed to effectively contribute to an increasingly international campus.

The full salary range for the International Student Advisor is $57,700 - $99,300. However, the expected hiring range for this position is $57,700.00 to $69,907.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Offers of employment are dependent on completing a misconduct disclosure and potential background check.

Requirements:

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required

Experience Requirements

• 4 - 7 years of related experience. Required
• Experience in intercultural communications and cross-cultural relations, particularly related to advising students and interacting with faculty and staff. Required
• 1 year of experience as a Designated School Official and/or Alternate Responsible Officer Required
• Experience working with international students and demonstrated knowledge of their adjustment and support needs. Required
• Experience developing, facilitating, and evaluating support programs, intercultural training, and/or Orientation programs for international students. Required
• Experience using International Student and Scholar Management (ISSM) or other similar databases. Preferred
• Experience living, working, and/or studying abroad. Preferred

Special Conditions

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident as required by federal regulations in order to serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO). Required
• In addition to University required background checks, federal government mandated background checks may occasionally be required of the hired candidate. Required
• Occasional evening and weekend work. Required
• Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) Required
• Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours Required
• Occasional travel for university related business meetings, conferences and/or professional development. Required

Minimum Requirements

• Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.
• Ability in problem identification and reasoning; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
• Knowledge of complex U.S. visa and immigration procedures, compliance issues, and employment eligibility/authorization for international students and scholars.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Multicultural competencies; ability to work with diverse populations.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience and skills working with technology and computer information systems
• Working knowledge and experience with database management systems, such as ISSM, Banner and SLATE.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of University-specific computer application programs and knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
• Ability to manipulate and merge raw data and create reports for distribution.

Key Responsibilities:

Provides advice and assistance to students and scholars regarding complex U.S. visa and immigration procedures, compliance issues, and employment eligibility/authorization. Coordinates and implements programs and workshops to support and retain international students/scholars. Makes referrals to off campus and community resources.