International Post-Graduate Employment Specialist

University of Colorado • Denver, CO

12d • $50,000 - $55,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Office of International Affairs (OIA) develops and advances initiatives that support the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz vision as a leading public university with a global reputation for excellence in learning, research, creativity, community engagement, and clinical care. OIA partners with the university’s schools/colleges and with other university offices to align international student recruitment efforts and services, support academic programs, foster global educational partnerships, facilitate research collaborations and create global learning opportunities. International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) provides expert immigration advice to international students, scholars, hiring units, and the faculty and staff who educate and support them. ISSS is responsible for ensuring compliance with complex immigration rules and regulations when foreign nationals come to the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz to study, teach, conduct research, or engage in other academic pursuits. The International Post-Graduate Employment Specialist is responsible for ensuring institutional compliance with relevant federal regulations and reporting requirements related to F-1 post-graduate work authorizations, with a primary focus on Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT Extensions. The position focuses on intake processing, communications, and casework related to F-1 post-graduate work authorizations. The Specialist will also contribute to the creation of OPT training and compliance resources for F-1 students applying for post-graduate work authorization and engaged in post-graduate work.

Requirements

• Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire .
• Bachelor’s degree in international education, international affairs, international relations, or a related field.
• One year of professional experience in, or closely related to, international student and scholar services that includes applying the F-1 regulations to student situations, case processing, and providing customer service to diverse constituents.
• US citizen or US Lawful Permanent Resident to comply with the Department of Homeland Security requirement for serving as a Designated School Official for the university’s F-1 program.
• Substitution \: A bachelor’s degree is preferred, or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in international education, international affairs, international relations, or a related field.
• Ability to interpret and apply immigration-related laws, regulations, and procedures in a university environment.
• 2 years of experience serving as a Designated School Official.
• Experience processing casework and advising international students on immigration matters.
• Experience with SEVIS (RTI and Batch).
• Experience with Sunapsis enterprise software.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Demonstrate a commitment to providing outstanding customer service skills to diverse constituents.
• Demonstrate an exceptional understanding of access and engagement with a commitment to developing equitable practices.
• Interpersonal relations and cross-cultural communications competencies.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent computer skills.

Responsibilities

• OPT and STEM OPT Initial Request Processing
• OPT and STEM OPT Student Employment Reporting Processing
• Create Resources Related to Post-Graduate Employment
• Administrative Duties and Professional Development

Benefits

• The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees