International Student Specialist

Job ID:
Location: Main Campus - UCR
Schedule: 8AM - 5PM
Category: Student Affairs and Advising
Salary: $51,600 - $87,000
Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%)
Organization: International Affairs
Department: International Stdnt and Schlrs
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Position Information:
The International Student Specialist is available to students and the campus community to interpret and explain University policies and regulations. The incumbent is responsible for reviewing prospective students' financial records and other pertinent documents to determine students' eligibility to obtain a student visa and to attend UCR. Works in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and acts as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) in issuing and administering required U.S. government documents to international students; serves as primary contact for admitted international students, answers incoming calls and email correspondence from international students seeking information about the university and the status of their 1-20 and DS-2019; offers information and advice about international student services and programs, schedules appointments for in-depth advising and makes referrals to other appropriate offices as needed. Provides information and interpretation of clearly defined policies, procedures, and regulations. Receives direction regarding more complex issues and/or program(s). Utilizes knowledge of federal regulations concerning international students; assists with campus compliance by updating international student records with required information gathered from various sources and entering important details into electronic databases. Updates international student information in the International Student & Scholar Management System (ISSM), in graduate and undergraduate SLATE (CRM) databases, and in Banner with attention to detail and complete accuracy.

The full salary range for the International Student Specialist is $24.71 - $41.67. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $24.71 - $27.78 per hour. 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.

Requirements:
Educational Requirements

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

Conditions

Completion of National Association of Foreign Student Advisors (NAFSA) F-1 and J-1 foundation workshops.
Preferred

Experience Requirements

2 - 4 years of related experience.
Required

Experience living abroad.
Preferred

Experience working with international students in a university setting.
Preferred

Special Conditions
Special

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

Minimum Requirements

Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.

Ability in problem identification
and
reasoning; ability to develop original
ideas to solve problems.

Skills in judgment and decision-making,
problem solving, identifying measures
of system performance and the actions
to improve performance.

Interpersonal skills.

Multicultural competencies; ability to
work with diverse populations.

Solid verbal and written communication
skills.

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

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.

Knowledge of complex U.S. visa and
immigration procedures, compliance
issues, and employment eligibility/authorization for international students
and scholars.

Knowledge of University processes and procedures.

Demonstrated knowledge of SEVIS reporting requirements, as well as federal immigration laws and regulations pertaining to international students in F and J status. Demonstrated ability to research comprehend, analyze and apply immigration regulations.

Understanding of University rules and regulations.

Working knowledge of database management systems, such as ISSM, Banner and SLATE.

Ability to manipulate raw data and create reports for distribution.


Additional Information:
Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

• UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
  


• UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
  


• UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
  


• Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
  


• Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
  


• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview

Job Description Details:
General Information

Job Title
004574

Grade
Michael Schmelzle

Supervisor

Key Responsibilities:

Provides basic information about
moderately complex
student
immigration and visa processes
to
international students
and scholars
.
Assists with preparation of
student
immigration and
visa files.

60%

Completes the required data entry for each admitted student in the Ellucian International Student and Scholar Management database (ISSM), the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), the Higher Education CRM SLATE, and Banner, ensuring 100% accuracy. Monitors admitted international freshmen, transfer, graduate, and non-degree students in SEVIS and ISSM to ensure timely submission of documents and activation/validation of records to meet federal compliance deadlines. Uploads documents into ISSM and assists with new student registration. Makes changes/updates to maintain accurate SEVIS, ISSM, SLATE, and BANNER records. Assists with the periodical reconciliation of files, and records in ISSM, SEVIS and BANNER. Investigates and resolves discrepancies. Helps produce a variety of reports and investigates data discrepancies to ensure data integrity and adherence to compliance requirements. Collaborates with departmental administrators to maintain accurate data on the international student population.

20%

Applies professional Student Services concepts in providing a variety of student services to the student population served by the organization, and to faculty and management within that organization.

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• Financial Aid: Participates in the processing, evaluation, and awarding of student fellowships, grants, and other awards; advises students on financial aid options.
• 0%
  
  
• Student Conduct: Provides information to students and faculty regarding organization policies and procedures on student conduct.
• 0%
  
  
• Student Orientation: Conducts orientations of new students.
• 0%
  
  
• Events: Coordinates and implements non-complex student events and assists in the planning and implementation of complex events.
• 0%
  
  
• Career Counseling: Advises department/college/school students on resume
  preparation and interviewing.
• 0%
  
  
• Refers students to the Career Center
• 0%
  
  
• Assists in organizing job fairs.
• 0%
  
  
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