NAFSA: Association of International Educators · 9 hours ago
Assistant Director, International Student Services & Exchange Partner Programs
Newport, RI
Internship
Hybrid
Intern, Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expSalve Regina University is a comprehensive Catholic University located in Newport, Rhode Island. The Assistant Director, International Student Services and Exchange Partner Programs is responsible for advising international students on immigration and cultural adjustment, ensuring SEVIS compliance, and managing international student services operations.
CharityEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
Advises international students and dependent family members on F immigration regulations, travel, U.S. employment authorization, educational concerns, and cultural adjustment
Plans and executes orientation sessions for incoming international students
Processes travel signatures, SEVIS record transfers, program extensions, and reinstatement applications; provides guidance on change of status procedure
Authorizes and recommends students for the employment benefits appropriate for their immigration status
Works with the undergraduate and graduate admission offices and the Study Abroad team to assist incoming international and exchange students by reviewing financial support documentation, issuing Form I-20s, providing pre-arrival information, and advising on the visa application process
Works with outside institutional exchange partners and sponsoring organizations (e.g. Institute of International Education) to maintain and expand the institutional relationships and manage the flow of students and/or scholars to Salve Regina
Works with the office of Career Development to develop workshops and provide timely advice and application processing for international students seeking internships and post-graduate employment in the U.S
Works with the Academic Center for Excellence and the English for Academic Purposes Instructor to ensure appropriate English instruction, tutoring, and academic support programming specific to international student needs is available
Serves as the secondary Academic Advisor to all international students, assisting students in class and major choices, understanding American classroom and academic culture and informing the faculty and registrar's offices, as well as the student, of immigration consequences of academic decisions such as less than full time study, change of major, change of graduation date
Works with academic advisors and Dean of Students office to advise students on immigration implications of changes in students' academic status, or separation from the college
Serves as Advisor to Salve Regina's international student club
Responds to crisis situations involving international students
Advises undocumented and/or dual citizens on cultural adjustment, integration and university enrollment issues
Serves as Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) in SEVIS
Maintains records according to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) specifications for students in F-1 immigration status and their dependents
Oversees SEVIS compliance process through the upkeep of Salve's student data system
Monitors changes in student records and when applicable, communicates changes through SEVIS to DHS
Develop a year-round marketing and communication plan with existing Exchange institutional partners and their students to generate more demand for spots at Salve which will allow for more exchange placements abroad
Assist in identifying potential exchange partners to assist in the expansion of the exchange program
Oversees the community friendship program including outreach, matching, communication, and events
Coordinates annual application review, selection, and training for International Student Mentors
Serves as the liaison to the university international recruitment team
Maintains International Student Handbook and International Student Services webpages
Maintains Salve's forms for International Student Services processes such as immigration information updates, OPT reporting, and separation/readmission; liaises with IT and campus partners as needed to resolve technical/policy issues
Manages updates to Salve's internal calendars which includes event/programming, tasks, and scheduling
Assist the Admissions Office in the production and execution of a communication plan with applicants and deposited students
Coordinates ISS statistical reports including: IIE Open Doors Report, NAFSA enrollment survey, and ISS section of the CGEF annual report
Liaises with University Health Services to ensure immunization compliance
Liaises with Office of Residence Life to ensure adequate housing for exchange students
Conducts ongoing assessment of programs and services to evaluate effectiveness
Participate in CGEF meetings and support other CGEF and university initiatives as needed
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
A minimum of two years relevant immigration regulations advisement and compliance experience
Knowledge of immigration, SEVIS and exchange visitor benefits (DSO/ARO)
Awareness of cultural adjustment challenges as they impact international students' living and learning in an American college setting
Ability to communicate effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Preferred
Master's degree in cross cultural communication, counseling, area or cultural studies, foreign language or TESOL
Experience with bilateral exchange programs
Experience with community friendship programs
2+ years relevant immigration regulations advisement and compliance experience
Supervision experience
Benefits
Health, dental and vision coverage available on the first of the month following date of hire
403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with employee and employer contributions as well as access to advising services
Long-term disability coverage
Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
Up to 100% free tuition at Salve for eligible employees and qualified dependents
Robust wellness program and free access to the on-campus Fitness Center
Supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
Supplemental insurance coverage through Aflac
Tuition Exchange scholarship program. Application available for qualified dependents of eligible employees working full-time
Discounted pet insurance through ASPCA
Student loan forgiveness assistance program (SAVI)
Employee Assistance Program through Coastline EAP
Flexible spending health and dependent care accounts
Health savings accounts
529 collegebound saver program
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
Company
NAFSA: Association of International Educators
NAFSA: Association of International Educators is the world's largest nonprofit association dedicated to international education and exchange.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Gilbert D.
Chief Financial Officer
Alan Williams
Chief Operating Officer
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