International Scholar Advisor
International Scholar Advisor
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03-10-2025
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03-10-2025
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Position Summary
International Student and Scholar Services ( ISSS ) serves as the principal administrative advising and programming office for approximately 4300 international students faculty and scholars at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ( UNC -CH) a top ranking Global Public Research University. The International Scholar Advisor supports the recruitment and retention of top global faculty and researchers. This position offers the opportunity to build on existing skills as ongoing training and professional development opportunities will be provided. Essential duties include: a focus on excellent customer service assists in obtaining appropriate immigration status provides education about maintaining status and provides general support for acclimation to a new community. as Alternate Responsible Officer of the University Exchange Visitor Program (J-1) and as a Designated School Official for F-1 Students. as liaison to multiple University units and to various agencies of the federal government. employment-based immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions and related advising. and provides information to UNC -Chapel Hill international faculty and scholars appointing unit staff and faculty on government regulations and University policies affecting international faculty and scholars and their dependents. compliance with federal labor and immigration laws and regulations. regulatory updates assists in the development and maintenance of online campus procedural materials and assists in making necessary changes to processes forms and information for distribution. trainings (workshops information sessions and orientation presentations) for campus departments involved in international faculty and scholar hosting. appropriate referrals for international faculty and scholars related to personal matters. perform other duties as assigned. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement consistent with UNC -Chapel Hills Flexible Work Policy. Final arrangements will be determined in partnership with the hiring manager and are subject to change based on departmental needs and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Interest in U.S. immigration law. Demonstrated cross-cultural communication skills and sensitivity. Ability to work as a team member in a group environment in an office dedicated to high quality services for international students and scholars. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Skills with database tools and technology. Position requires accuracy and attention to detail. Candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident to serve as Alternate Responsible Officer and Designated School Official in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System ( SEVIS ) as required by federal regulation.
Preferred Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Masters degree in an area related to international education. A year or more of experience as an Alternate Responsible Officer and Designated School Official in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System ( SEVIS ). Knowledge of federal regulations regarding nonimmigrant classifications for international scholars including H-1B O TN E-3 and J-1 Exchange Visitors. Experience preparing and filing employment-based immigration cases. Experience working in college or university setting. Cross cultural experience gained by living and/or working outside the United States.
International Student and Scholar Services ( ISSS ) serves as the principal administrative advising and programming office for approximately 4300 international students faculty and scholars at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ( UNC -CH) a top ranking Global Public Research University. The International Scholar Advisor supports the recruitment and retention of top global faculty and researchers. This position offers the opportunity to build on existing skills as ongoing training and professional development opportunities will be provided. Essential duties include: a focus on excellent customer service assists in obtaining appropriate immigration status provides education about maintaining status and provides general support for acclimation to a new community. as Alternate Responsible Officer of the University Exchange Visitor Program (J-1) and as a Designated School Official for F-1 Students. as liaison to multiple University units and to various agencies of the federal government. employment-based immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions and related advising. and provides information to UNC -Chapel Hill international faculty and scholars appointing unit staff and faculty on government regulations and University policies affecting international faculty and scholars and their dependents. compliance with federal labor and immigration laws and regulations. regulatory updates assists in the development and maintenance of online campus procedural materials and assists in making necessary changes to processes forms and information for distribution. trainings (workshops information sessions and orientation presentations) for campus departments involved in international faculty and scholar hosting. appropriate referrals for international faculty and scholars related to personal matters. perform other duties as assigned. This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement consistent with UNC -Chapel Hills Flexible Work Policy. Final arrangements will be determined in partnership with the hiring manager and are subject to change based on departmental needs and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Interest in U.S. immigration law. Demonstrated cross-cultural communication skills and sensitivity. Ability to work as a team member in a group environment in an office dedicated to high quality services for international students and scholars. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Skills with database tools and technology. Position requires accuracy and attention to detail. Candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident to serve as Alternate Responsible Officer and Designated School Official in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System ( SEVIS ) as required by federal regulation.
Preferred Qualifications Competencies And Experience
Masters degree in an area related to international education. A year or more of experience as an Alternate Responsible Officer and Designated School Official in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System ( SEVIS ). Knowledge of federal regulations regarding nonimmigrant classifications for international scholars including H-1B O TN E-3 and J-1 Exchange Visitors. Experience preparing and filing employment-based immigration cases. Experience working in college or university setting. Cross cultural experience gained by living and/or working outside the United States.
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