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Job Description
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Assistant Vice President the Director is responsible for the oversight of the day-to-day services provided by the Office of Global Engagement to international students and scholars immigration compliance and staff management. The Director assists with the development and implementation of a strategic plan to better support students as well as identify and develop new opportunities for educating the entire campus community about the needs of international students. The position serves as a liaison between administrative and academic units and the Office of Global Engagement working as a strong advocate for international students and addition the Director is responsible for providing immigration advisement for F-1 and J-1 students at the University.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as DSO and ARO for F-1 and J-1 students and scholars.
Provide advisement and counsel on immigration matters
Process any documentation related to students or scholars immigration records including but not limited to extension requests full-time enrollment verification changes in level SEVIS registration OPT/CPT requests academic training requests record validation and other related matters.
Support the Office of Global Engagement with compliance efforts including but not limited to internal audits to evaluate the efficacy of existing processes and implement changes if needed.
In the absence of the Assistant Vice President serve as the primary contact for crisis responses related to international students and scholars.
Lead the development and day-to-day operation of short-term programs (high school summer program English as a second language etc.).
Lead the review of existing office processes and procedures; develop new processes and procedures when appropriate to ensure that the University remains in compliance at all times.
Conduct workshops and/or webinars to current students and scholars on topics related to their immigration status.
Lead the planning and execution of the international student orientation program and any other office-sponsored events.
Oversee the departments social media channels and website to support the promotion of cultural events sponsored by the office or other units on campus.
Manage professional staff and student workers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED:
Must be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
Masters degree in higher education international education or related field.
Minimum of seven years of experience in a US higher education setting.
Minimum of five years of experience working as a DSO for F-1 and as ARO for J-1 students and scholars. Must be very familiar with all SEVIS functions for both F and J visas (processing of CPT/OPT/STEM OPT applications registration validation academic training change of status matriculation corrections reinstatement extension etc.)
Experience managing professional staff and a caseload of 400 students.
Ability to work on weekends and evenings to fulfill the principal job duties.
PREFERRED:
Prior experience with Banner Slate and Terra Dotta.
Ability to analyze and interpret the needs of students and offer appropriate solutions.
Fluency in two or more languages.
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.
Salary Range
$100000.00-$110000.00 AnnuallyThe position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits including health insurance retirement plans and tuition assistance. For further details please visit:
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Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is withina CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.
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Inclusion Statement
Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged committed to democracy and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.
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Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.
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Director
Full-Time