International Student Specialist

International Student Specialist
Job Number
Full/Part Time
Schedule
Salary
31740506 Full Time 8AM - 5PM $49,800 - $67,000
Position Information

The International Student Specialist is available to students, families, 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). Utilizing 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 Banner with attention to detail and complete accuracy. Under the general direction of the Director of ISS, works on processing H-1 B petitions and J-1 scholar applications as needed.

Please Note: This position has multiple openings.

The budgeted hourly/salary range for this position is $49,800 - $59,000.

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.

Must successfully complete a background check through the University's background check agency prior to your start date, and a fingerprint check through the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigations.

Education
Education Requirements
Degree
Requirement
Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. Required
Conditions
Condition
Requirement
Completion of National Association of Foreign Student Advisors (NAFSA) F-1 and J-1 foundation workshops. Preferred
Experience
Experience
Requirement
2 - 4 years of related experience. Required
Experience living abroad. Preferred
Special Conditions
Special Condition
Requirement
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

Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Interpersonal skills.
Solid verbal and written communication skills.
Ability in problem identification and reasoning; ability to develop original ideas to solve problems.
Multicultural competencies; ability to work with diverse populations.
Skills in judgment and decision-making, problem solving, identifying measures of system performance and the actions to improve performance.
Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of SEVIS reporting requirements, as well as federal immigration laws and regulations pertaining to:1) international students in F and J status and 2) J-1 sholars and H-1B employees. Demonstrated ability to research comprehend, analyze and apply immigration regulations.

Knowledge of University processes and procedures.

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

Understanding of University rules and regulations.

Ability to manipulate raw data and create reports for distribution.

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

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.

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

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