Immigration Advisor

Company : Dartmouth College

Job Type : Full Time

Remote / Work from Home

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Job Description - Immigration Advisor

Posting date:
03/18/2024
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Position Number:
1127083
Position Title:
Immigration Advisor
Department this Position Reports to:
Visa and Immigration Services
Hiring Range Minimum:
$49,800
Hiring Range Maximum:
$62,200
Union Type:
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level:
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Employment Category:
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year:
12
Scheduled Hours per Week:
40
Location of Position:
Hanover, NH
Bank of America Building, 63 South Main Street, Suite 303,
Remote Work Eligibility?:
Hybrid
Is this a term position?:
No
Is this a grant funded position?:
No
Position Purpose:
To assist international students and scholars with immigration-related issues, provide SEVIS coordination support to the office, and help to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Description:
The Office of Visa and Immigration Services (OVIS) at Dartmouth College is seeking a full-time Immigration Advisor. Reporting to the Director, the Immigration Advisor will assist international students and scholars with immigration-related issues, provide SEVIS coordination support to the office, and help to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp:
Bachelors plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
· Must be U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to serve as DSO/ARO as required by federal law· Bachelor’s degree and 1-2 years of experience in higher education advising F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors· Familiarity with U.S. immigration regulations· Familiarity with SEVIS and Banner, as well as Sunapsis or other database management systems and reporting tools· Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and administrative skills· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications· Excellent oral, written and cross-cultural communication skills and sensitivity· Commitment to diversity· Time management – ability to juggle multiple deadlines and prioritize· Experience in handling confidential information
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master’s degree
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries:
Susan Ellison
Department Contact Phone Number: Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title:
Susan Ellison
Department Contact's Phone Number: Equal Opportunity Employer:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?:
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy.
Quick Link: Description:
Serve as a Department of Homeland Security Designated School Official (DSO) and Department of State Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) responsible for immigration advising and reporting
Percentage Of Time:
25%
Description:
Interpret and monitor federal immigration regulations, advising international students and scholars on matters related to maintenance of status, extension of program, change of status, international travel, employment, and dependent family member status
Percentage Of Time:
25%
Description:
Work with Office of Visa and Immigration Services (OVIS) staff to update and create online advising materials for international population, and training materials for professional schools and departments
Percentage Of Time:
15%
Description:
Participate in and provide support for international student and scholar registration, check-in, orientation, employment requests and other processes, particularly during peak times
Percentage Of Time:
10%
Description:
Prepare and formally submit correspondence, reports, and other required immigration documentation for international students and scholars, including Form I-20, Form DS-2019, as well as regular records maintenance in Banner/Data Warehouse, Sunapsis, and SEVIS
Percentage Of Time:
15%
Description:
Regularly run and audit reports of student and scholar data in Banner/Data Warehouse, Sunapsis and SEVIS to validate data accuracy and ensure compliance with Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and other government reporting requirements
Percentage Of Time:
5%
Description:
Keep Director and other OVIS staff apprised of SEVIS updates to student employment to ensure compliance with federal regulations
Percentage Of Time:
5%
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
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Performs other duties as assigned.