Senior International Student Advisor

Senior International Student Advisor
Job Number
Full/Part Time
Schedule
Salary
31530854 Full Time 8AM - 5PM $54,200 - $73,700
Position Information

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.

The budgeted hourly/salary range for this position is $54,200 - $73,700.

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 International Student Advisors (NAFSA) F-1 and J-1 foundation workshops. Preferred
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. Required
Experience
Experience
Requirement
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
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. Preferred
Experience living, working, and/or studying 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 (DS) 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 Required
Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours Required
Minimum Requirements

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.
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.
Demonstrated experience and skills working with technology and computer information systems
Working knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
Multicultural competencies; ability to work with diverse populations.
Interpersonal skills.
Solid verbal and written communication skills.
Strong computer and database 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.

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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