International Student Coordinator - International Student and Scholar Services - UTK

University of Tennessee • Knoxville, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the retention of international F and J students through advising support relating to immigration compliance, cultural adjustment, and successful adaptation to academic life at the University of Tennessee. This includes development, assessment, and implementation of programs designed to successfully impact the retention and success of F and J students. In addition, this position provides support to F and J alumni in the form of compliance maintenance and advisement for the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• One to two years in higher education. This experience can include internships and time spent as a graduate assistant.
• Knowledge of Code of Federal regulations pertaining to the operation of F students and J exchange visitors.
• Knowledge of best practices pertaining to the operation of an international services department.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
• Skill working with integrated data systems and office productivity software.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• One to two years of direct experience working in international education.
• Experience working in an international services unit.
• Skill using Banner and the Student Exchange Visitor System (SEVIS).

Responsibilities

• Immigration advising, cultural adjustment support, personal issues, employment, Optional Practical Training (OPT) issuance and maintenance, Curricular Practical Training (CPT) advising and maintenance, program of study updates, extensions, and graduation follow up and support. This support entails connecting with students and student stakeholders via Zoom, email, and in-person appointments.
• Development of content, coordination of sessions, and presentation at international student orientations.
• Development and execution of programs, initiatives, trainings, and outreach to international students and campus stakeholders, which promote better service to and retention of international students on-campus.
• Participation in required workgroups, internal and external meetings, and participation in professional organizations. This also includes necessary regulatory review, knowledge updates, and trainings.

Benefits

• Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here [https://hr.tennessee.edu/pay/market-ranges/]
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level