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: 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.
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.
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 Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
General Information STDT SVC ADVISOR 3 004575 19 Michael Schmelzle Kelly Eldridge Hinosawa
Generic Scope Experienced professional who knows how to apply theory and put it into practice with in-depth understanding of the professional field; independently performs the full range of responsibilities within the function; possesses broad job knowledge; analyzes problems/issues of diverse scope and determines solutions.
Custom Scope Using skills as a seasoned, experienced student services professional, provides the full range of student services within an organization such as an academic department, school, or college. Independently advises students and resolves student services-related issues on the full range of academic issues inherent within the organization. Advises faculty and management on a variety of student issues. Works with the department's/school's/college's management to recommend changes to policies, practices, and procedures. Guidance on issues requiring in-depth knowledge of specialized programs is provided by offices specializing in those fields, e.g., the financial aid office, graduate division, or student learning center, OR by the chair/dean and faculty of the department/school/college. May administer funds for student programs.
Department Custom Scope Provides immigration advising and support services to promote the success, wellness, and academic goals of international students, dependents, and graduated students pursuing Optional Practical Training (OPT) and Academic Training (AT). Serves as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), independently providing expert immigration and regulatory advising to international students. As a DSO/ARO incumbent plays a critical role, providing guidance on immigration regulations to the campus community and supporting the campus's ability to admit and retain international students. Can serve as lead Career Empowerment Coordinator or lead Coordinator for SEVIS registration and data management. 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 international campus.
Key Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time
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.
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