International Edu Advisor,Sr

University of New Mexico•Albuquerque, NM

2d•$23 - $26•Hybrid

About The Position

The University of New Mexico’s Global Education Office (GEO) is seeking a highly motivated candidate interested in global higher education, immigration compliance, and international student support and advisement. The successful candidate will join the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) team, which currently supports UNM’s international population from approximately 100 countries around the world. This position provides direct advisement to students and scholars participating in an international education program through GEO. ISSS advisors connect program participants to resources and services across the University, stay current on complex and evolving international regulations and coordinate the issuance of official, regulatory compliance documents. This position also provides input on program development, participates in social and cultural programming initiatives, delivers presentations and workshops to students, staff and faculty, and trains lower-level specialists, as applicable. In addition, the advisors provide onboarding support, coordinate integration programming and events, conduct professional presentations and workshops, and promote international and intercultural awareness on campus. This position will serve as a Designated School Official, and the selected applicant must be a citizen or a lawful permanent resident of the United States. Please see this link for more information: https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/schools/get-started/designated-school-official.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
At least 2 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Nice To Haves

4 or more years of directly related experience in: international student and scholar advising, higher education and/or international education setting, and developing and delivering educational trainings and presentations
Knowledge of federal regulations governing non-immigrant students and visitors
Direct experience with the Department of Homeland Security’s SEVIS system and international education software.
Demonstrated proficiency using software applications including databases, word processing, online calendars, web content management systems and internet applications
Significant comfort-level with technology and data management.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with ability to independently set priorities, coordinate and complete a number of competing assignments within established deadlines.
Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to investigate, assemble, analyze, interpret, and apply information from a wide variety of sources
Excellent written communication skills and demonstrated ability to write clear and concise instructional materials
Proficiency in English and at least one additional language

Responsibilities

Provide a wide range of advisement, liaison, and associated administrative and educational services relating to international students, visiting scholars (Post-docs, Researchers and Professors) and their UNM departments
Learn and maintain knowledge of immigration regulations impacting international students and scholars
Learn and maintain knowledge of database systems (SEVIS, ISSM, Onbase and Banner) used to create and maintain records for international students and scholars
Ensure individual and university compliance with all federal immigration regulations and are required to report student and school information in the Department of Homeland Security’s SEVIS system
Collaborate with other advisors and support staff to ensure accurate and efficient processing of SEVIS data and student immigration benefits.
Help students in understanding UNM academic policies and administrative procedures, cultural adjustment, and resources and services available at UNM
Maintain immigration records through batch processing via the International Student and Scholar Management (ISSM) database and entry in SEVIS RTI when necessary
Stay abreast of UNM policies and procedures that impact international students and scholars (including health insurance and non-resident tax requirements/policies)
Coordinate and present informational programs to international student and scholar populations
Coordinate and attend social and cultural programs and events for international students and scholars
Maintain active membership in appropriate professional organizations and participate in professional development opportunities
Adhere to NAFSA’s Statement of Ethical Principles.
Lead, guide and train student support staff, including student employees