"Temporary Advisor for Visiting International Students"

Temporary Advisor for Visiting International Students

University Information: The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to-BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of 'Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity' institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

Department: International Programs - 33700

Vacancy Number: TSP5553PST

Temp Position Type: EHRA Temporary

Job Category: Academic Professionals/Non-teaching

FLSA for Position: Exempt

Brief Summary of Work for this Position: The Office of International Students and Scholars provides services for international students and scholars, including international student recruitment, immigration advising, personal support, cross-cultural programs and events. The Temporary Advisor for Visiting International Students advises all short-term and visiting international students (VIS) at UNCW. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Administers UNCW's Visiting International Student (VIS) program.
• Utilizes Slate and Terra Dotta to process applications, issues immigration documents, and ensures compliance with Department of State and Department of Homeland Security regulations.
• Serves as academic adviser to approximately 250 Visiting International Students each year.
• Develops, markets and coordinates inbound summer visiting international student programs.
• Assists with international student orientations, events, and programs.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

• Two plus years of experience in student advising, immigration advising, or program coordination
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to work independently
• Able to plan and manage time effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural communication skills both oral and written
• Ability to occasionally work nights and weekends

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• International student/scholar advising experience
• Knowledge of SEVIS and J and F regulations
• Proficiency in a language in addition to English
• Knowledge of foreign higher education systems
• Experience with Terra Dotta & Slate

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please note, this is a temporary position. The length of the assignment will be based on department need with the possibility of continuation. Temporary assignments cannot exceed 11 consecutive months without a full 31-day break from employment. Employees in temporary positions are not considered permanent state employees and do not earn leave. Temporary employees are subject to the Affordable Care Act guidelines.

For more info/to apply visit http://jobs.uncw.edu. Applications must be submitted through the online application system to be considered.