Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them form the position if the work is similar or related or a logical assignment to the position. Management may require incumbents to perform duties other than those contained in this document.
Deliver immigration services to the international student and scholar community, advising on both the benefits and responsibilities associated with their visa status in accordance with federal regulations and office procedures.
Respond to the needs of international students and scholars to contribute to their progression and timely completion of educational goals, to maximize their university experience and student success.
Act as the Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), processing and endorsing immigration documents for F&J visa classifications in accordance with governmental regulations (including initial, transfer, change of educational level, reinstatement, change of status, extensions of stay, employment, school transfers, program changes).
Process, issue, and maintain Forms I-20 for international students recruited by ApplyBoard who have been admitted to the University, ensuring full compliance with SEVP, USCIS, and institutional policies.
Maintain accurate knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and directives related to non-immigrant students and scholar populations served, including status maintenance, responsibilities and benefits, current issues, trends, and challenges in the field to ensure accurate and timely guidance.
Contribute to the planning, implementation, and assessment of the department and university's strategic initiatives and special projects (orientation and onboarding services, regulatory workshops, cross cultural activities, student adjustment programming, events and services essential for student success).
Serve as a liaison with Saint Leo academic and administrative units, representing the Center for Global Engagement.
Assist in developing processes to monitor and ensure data integrity and collaborate with institutional partners to ensure accuracy.
Confidentiality: must safeguard the confidentiality of student, staff and University information by exercising discretion in managing records and communication with faculty, staff, parents, alumni and current and prospective students.
Professionalism: must demonstrate the highest professional demeanor and ethical behavior.
Ensure compliance with all Saint Leo policies and all federal, state and accreditation requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge of federal regulations regarding international students and scholars and the applications and procedures for nonimmigrant classifications for international students and scholars, including F-1 and J-1 Exchange Visitors.
Experience as an international student adviser and Designated School Official and/or Alternate Responsible Officer in an international student/scholar office in college or university preferred.
Ability to learn and analyze complex immigration issues involving a variety of individuals, situations, rules and external agencies and bring them to a satisfactory resolution.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Sensitivity to other cultures.
High level of organization, accuracy and attention to detail.
Skills with data entry, database tools and technology required. Experience with Datatel and SEVIS preferred.
Ability to be effective in the event of a crisis management situation.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum 2 years' experience working as an international student advisor in an international student/scholar office or in a comparable setting in a college or university is required.
Experience with SEVIS preferred.
Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident as required by federal regulations.
Must be able to successfully pass a criminal background check, per federal regulations.
Physical Demands:
Standing and sitting for long periods of time.
Computer work involving typing and document review.
ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.
NOTICE:
The intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success.
Why Work at Saint Leo?
What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is “Community.” Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE!
We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need. At Saint Leo, we offer an array of medical, dental, and vision packages as well as several add-on perks to make your benefits package truly customizable to you and your family needs. Available benefits based on employment status (Full Time vs Part Time).
*Eligibility based on meeting required service period
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