General Information
| Payroll Title | STDT AFFAIRS OFCR 2 | Title Code | 004353 | Grade/Step | 07 | Working Title | International Student Advisor |
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| Department Name | INACTIVATE Intern Stdt Res Ctr | Supervisor | Kelly A Eldridge Hinosawa | Department Head | McComb, Karen T |
Special Requirements and Conditions
| Critical Position |
| Valid Driver License |
| Overtime |
| Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours |
| Other (provide description - max. 300 characters) |
| Other (description) |
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| As required by federal regulations regarding those who can serve as a Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer, the individual hired for this position must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. |
Level of Supervision Received
| General Direction |
Items Used
| PC, typewriter, copier, fax, LCD projector and vehicles (9-12 passenger vans and sedans) |
Position Purpose
| Under the general direction of the Associate Director, provide advising and support services to promote the success and wellness of international students at one of the most diverse universities in the nation. Serve as a campus Designated School Official and/or Alternate Responsible Officer, providing expert immigration services and regulatory advising to international students. In collaboration with the international student advising and support team, design and deliver professional intercultural and support programs that facilitate the educational, professional, and personal success of international students at UCR. Contribute to outreach and campus training that provides faculty, staff, and domestic students with the resources and skills they need to effectively contribute to an increasingly international campus. Work collaboratively with on and off campus partners to improve and maximize support services for international students. |
Essential Functions
| Essential Function | % Time |
|---|---|
| Program Development and Coordination | 45 |
| - In collaboration with the advising team, develop, implement and evaluate comprehensive adjustment and integration programs for international students that foster wellness and success - Expand and enhance programs designed to foster intercultural communication skills and a mutual exchange of culture, language and learning - Devise preferred program outcomes, create measures to assess program effectiveness, and make recommendations for changes/new programs to department leadership - Partner with other UCR student affairs and academic departments on programs and services relevant for international students - Research and develop online programs appropriate for UC Riverside's international student population that can be integrated into the existing UCR technology platform - Coordinate marketing for ISRC programs and services through print, online, and social media platforms - Partner with the ISRC Administrative Services Manager and Administrative Assistant to coordinate program logistics and materials, and to evaluate program cost-effectiveness - Provide leadership for and supervise student assistants, peer advisors and/or volunteers as needed or directed |
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| International Student Advising | 40 |
| - Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for international students, alumni and their dependents
- Conduct individual, group, phone, and online advising/counseling with an advocacy focus for international students - Assist with quarterly SEVIS registration, records management, and regulatory advising in collaboration with the advising team - Manage confidential paper and electronic records in accordance with university, FERPA, DHS, and DOS regulations. - Responsible for daily data entry, meeting federal audit tests for accuracy and timeliness of filing - Advise and advocate for international students on matters beyond immigration concerns; including relevant campus policies and procedures - Liaise with campus, system-wide and government officials, providing support and guidance to the international student population - Contribute to the revision, development and distribution of office forms, online resource materials, and regular communications to international students |
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| Campus Outreach | 10 |
| - In collaboration with the advising team, contribute to and implement an outreach strategy targeting both on and off campus partners to raise awareness of international student support needs, build intercultural communication skills, and advocate for international student services and support. | |
| Department Initiatives | 5 |
| - Support the overall administration of the ISRC and assist with projects and tasks which help the department meet its strategic goals. - Other duties as assigned |
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Minimum Requirements
| Minimum Requirement | Display Ranking |
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| 1 | |
| Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident as required by federal regulations for those who serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO). | |
| 2 | |
| Bachelor's degree in international relations, intercultural communications, and/or equivalent education and experience in a related field. | |
| 3 | |
| Experience working with international students in a college/university setting and demonstrated knowledge of their adjustment and support needs. | |
| 4 | |
| Experience developing, facilitating and evaluating support programs for college students. | |
| 5 | |
| Knowledge of SEVIS reporting requirements, as well as federal laws and regulations pertaining to international students in F-1 and J-1 status. Demonstrated ability to research, comprehend, analyze and apply complex immigration regulations. | |
| 6 | |
| Experience in counseling and guidance techniques; advising students to help them resolve multi-faceted issues (e.g. cultural, social, health, academic) and making appropriate and sensitive referrals. | |
| 7 | |
| Excellent written, verbal, presentation and intercultural communication skills and the ability to interact professionally, effectively and sensitively with on and off campus clients and partners. | |
| 8 | |
| Experience organizing and prioritizing competing tasks, completing assignments with accuracy, and meeting deadlines. | |
| 9 | |
| Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. | |
| 10 | |
| Demonstrated familiarity and comfort using the technology necessary to satisfactorily perform the duties of an international student advisor and student affairs professional. | |
Preferred Qualifications
| Preferred Qualification | Display Ranking |
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| 1 | |
| Significant experience advising and developing support programs for international students at a research university. | |
| 2 | |
| Previous experience as a Designated School Official (DSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO). | |
| 3 | |
| Experience developing and facilitating intercultural training and/or first year orientation programs. | |
| 4 | |
| Masters degree in student services, intercultural relations, or other relevant field. | |
| 5 | |
| Knowledge of UC policies and procedures. | |
| 6 | |
| Ability to speak a language other than English. | |
| 7 | |
| Completion of NAFSA F-1 and J-1 foundation workshops. | |
| 8 | |
| Experience with Ellucian's International Student and Scholar Management system and Banner. | |
| 9 | |
| Experience living, studying and/or working abroad. | |
| Posted Position Purpose |
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| UC Riverside's International Student Resource Center (ISRC) is currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic International Student Advisor to join its team. This is a NEW position which will support the success and wellness of incoming and enrolled international students, alumni and dependents at one of the most diverse universities in the nation. Along with the dedicated professionals on our advising and programming team you will be responsible for designing and delivering professional intercultural and support programs that facilitate the educational, professional, and personal success of both international and domestic students at UCR. You will fine tune your presentation, project management, and advocacy skills by contributing to campus outreach and training, and by working collaboratively with on and off campus partners to improve and maximize support services for international students. You will also serve as a campus Designated School Official (DSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), providing expert immigration services and regulatory advising to international students. This is an exciting time at UCR and in the International Student Resource Center. The campus is dedicated to increasing its graduate and undergraduate international student population in order to meet its mission of cultivating alumni who are civically engaged and prepared to live, work, and prosper in our increasingly interdependent global society. If you have a passion for international education and supporting student success we encourage you to apply! Learn more about the International Student Resource Center at http://international center.ucr.edu.
The expected start date for this position is on or after July 1, 2014.
Notice to applicants: The search committee will start reviewing applications 10 business days after the position has been posted. |
| Posted Minimum Requirements |
| 1. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident as required by federal regulations for those who serve as a Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer. 2. Bachelor's degree in international relations, intercultural communications, and/or equivalent education and experience in a related field. 3. Experience working with international students in a college/university setting and demonstrated knowledge of their adjustment and support needs. 4. Experience developing, facilitating and evaluating support programs for college students. 5. Knowledge of SEVIS reporting requirements, as well as federal laws and regulations pertaining to international students in F-1 and J-1 status. Demonstrated ability to research, comprehend, analyze and apply complex immigration regulations. 6. Experience in counseling and guidance techniques; advising students to help them resolve multi-faceted issues (e.g. cultural, social, health, academic) and making appropriate and sensitive referrals. 7. Excellent written, verbal, presentation and intercultural communication skills and the ability to interact professionally, effectively and sensitively with on and off campus clients and partners. 8. Experience organizing and prioritizing competing tasks, completing assignments with accuracy, and meeting deadlines. 9. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment. 10. Demonstrated familiarity and comfort using the technology necessary to satisfactorily perform the duties of an international student advisor and student affairs professional. |
| Posted Preferred Qualifications |
| 1. Significant experience advising and developing support programs for international students at a research university. 2. Previous experience as a Designated School Official (DSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO). 3. Experience developing and facilitating intercultural training and/or first year orientation programs. 4. Masters degree in student services, intercultural relations, or other relevant field. 5. Knowledge of UC policies and procedures. 6. Ability to speak a language other than English. 7. Completion of NAFSA F-1 and J-1 foundation workshops. 8. Experience with Ellucian's International Student and Scholar Management system and Banner. 9. Experience living, studying, and/or working abroad. |