Syracuse University · 1 month ago
Associate Director, International Services
Syracuse, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expSyracuse University is a private, international research university with a long history and diverse academic offerings. The Associate Director of the Center for International Services will lead administrative aspects of international student services, focusing on F-1 visa compliance and providing support for international students and scholars.
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Responsibilities
Provide training, leadership, and management of the international student advisor staff and administrative operations of the Center including strategic planning, fiscal responsibility and budget oversight, recruitment, hiring and training, performance evaluation process, technology needs and usage, and programming and event planning
Provide data to schools/colleges, academic department heads, Admissions, and other offices with international student enrollment each semester
Provide oversight and development to ongoing programs throughout the year for international students and scholars to facilitate and support cultural adjustment, academic progress, and ongoing well-being at Syracuse University, working closely and collaboratively with other offices within the Division and university
Oversee the management of crises involving international students and their families, including death, physical and emotional health, financial, natural and political crises, coordinating with related institutional, community and home country designated support systems
Provide oversight to international student retention strategies and programs and staff assigned to this work. Serve as liaison with academic and administrative units for matters involving international students and scholars
Oversee new and transfer international student pre-arrival processes, communication, resources and information orientations to ensure compliance with Department of Homeland Security and Department of State regulations
Oversee implementation of informational workshops for international students and facilitate outreach to university departments to provide information or updates about visa requirements and benefits
Serve as the Syracuse University Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (RO) for the Student and Exchange Visitor Program
Ensure compliance with federal regulations and policies, submit reports to federal agencies, and maintain SEVIS records
Oversee and perform the review process for academic progress and enrollment for international students each semester in order to ensure compliance with current and new immigration regulations
Coordinate communication/intervention with the Department of Homeland Security and Department of State on behalf of international students and exchange visitor scholars should problems arise
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in related field (Higher Education Administration, International Affairs, or Business) or knowledge and skills typically acquired through completion of a master's degree or equivalent
5+ years of related experience advising students and exchange visitor scholars using SEVIS, and planning and implementing international student and scholar programming
3+ years of proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role
Knowledge of US immigration laws and regulations, including using SEVIS as a Principal Designated School Official and Responsible Officer
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Outstanding organizational skills
Strong knowledge of SEVIS regulations, F-1 and J-1 visa policies, and U.S. immigration law affecting international students and scholars
Experience with student information and immigration databases (e.g., Banner, ISSM, SEVIS)
Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex federal policies regarding nonimmigrant visas
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a commitment to student-centered service
Ability to collaborate across departments and develop interdepartmental strategies for international student success
Experience designing and implementing international student programming and compliance workshops
Proven ability to manage budget and allocate resources effectively
Experience and sensitivity in working with people of differing backgrounds and cultures
Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work
Demonstrated experience collaborating with university partners and community organizations to create a welcoming and supportive environment for international students and scholars
Company
Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit.
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