Senior Immigration Advisor

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Director, the Senior Immigration Advisor will assist international students and scholars with immigration-related issues, manage a caseload of international students and scholars including SEVIS reporting, help ensure compliance with federal regulations, create educational programs, and conduct analysis on impact of changes in immigration laws.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Must be U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to serve as DSO/ARO as required by federal law
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in higher education advising F-1 students and J-1 Exchange
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience with U.S. immigration regulations and policy, and specifically F-1 and J-1 regulations and policy
• Demonstrated experience with SEVIS, Banner, Sunapsis and other database management systems and reporting tools
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to manage large and complex caseload
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent oral, written and cross-cultural communication skills and sensitivity
• Commitment to diversity
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Ability to handle highly confidential information

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred
• Experience working with Sunapsis or similar case management system preferred
• Experience studying or working in a foreign country preferred.

Job Details

Schedule: The schedule is generally 8am – 5pm, with the expectation of a minimum two days in the office (including Thursdays) and three days remote. Office space is available in case someone wanted to be in the office every day.

Location of Position: Hanover, NH Bank of America Building, South Main Street

Remote Work Eligibility?: Hybrid