Senior Immigration Advisor

Title: Senior Immigration Advisor

Employee Classification: Senior International Advisor

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-International Affairs

Department: UNT-International Affairs-Gen-110300

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $54,900.00

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Department SummaryInternational Affairs is a guide and champion for campus internationalization at the University of North Texas. It is our mission to support the university’s global endeavors and international initiatives. This position will be a part of the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) team. The ISSS Office at the University of North Texas provides compassionate immigration advice and support to UNT’s 12,000 international students, scholars, and alumni.
Position OverviewThe Senior Immigration Advisor in this position is a member of the professional staff in the International Student and Scholar Services Office. The person in this position will work effectively and cooperatively with other Advisors and staff. to ensure university compliance with aII aspects of the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), as required by Federal Law.Specifically, this Advisor position will be responsible for advising F-1 students, registering students with SEVIS, completing student immigration requests, and issuing Form I-20s using Sunapsis and SEVIS. Must be able to exercise good judgment and decision-making. Additionally, this person must be able to be certified with the Federal Government as a Designated School Official for the F1 visa program.
Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in related field and four years of experience and thorough understanding of assigned area (i.e. F-1, J-1, or employment based visa types) or related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesGood understanding of the immigration regulation(s) associated with assigned area.Good understanding of the immigration processes for institutions of higher education.Must meet federal requirements to serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).Strong written and verbal communication skills.Working knowledge of business practices and procedures.Ability to organize and be detail-oriented.Ability to multitask and possess good time management skills and work under stress.Ability to work in an open office area with much activity.
Preferred QualificationsThe preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:Masters Degree in related international or educational field2 or more years of experience as a P/DSOExperience with Sunapsis, Peoplesoft, and SEVIS2 or more years of experience in International Higher EducationProficiency in a language other than English
Required License/Registration/CertificationsMust meet federal requirements to serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).
Job Duties:Advising Provide accurate and compassionate advising for F1 international students, including giving information and advice to students regarding maintenance of their status, change of status, employment opportunities etc. It also includes giving information to departments and the University community and managing crises which vary in severity.Documentation Provide documentation as required for international students, efficiently and accurately. This includes issuing l20s and letters as well as helping to complete student requests, UNT document processing, and applications to USCIS such as OPT, Change of Status and reinstatement. Database maintenance Use university databases such as Sunapsis and EIS to maintain accurate and confidential student records, batch to SEVIS and keep data up to date.Compliance Conduct reporting as required by immigration regulations for F1 students. This includes semesterly SEVIS registration and intermittent updates such as program changes, including change of major, change of level, program extensions and completion dates.
Physical Requirements:Communicating with others to exchange information.Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Environmental Hazards:No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Driving University Vehicle:No
Security Sensitive:This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions:Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits:For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
EEO Statement:The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.