University of Michigan · 1 day ago
Assistant Director for International Student and Scholar Services (Hybrid)
Flint, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$55K/yr - $69K/yr
1+ years expThe University of Michigan is a prestigious institution seeking an Assistant Director for International Student and Scholar Services. This role involves providing comprehensive immigration advising to international students and scholars, managing SEVIS reporting, and supporting the Director of the Center for Global Engagement in daily operations.
E-LearningEducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) and Responsible Officer (RO)
Administer all DHS reporting responsibilities, including but not limited to re-certification-designation Form I-17 and annual reporting
Implement and evaluate policies, processes, and procedures to ensure compliance and efficacy
Issue DS 2019 and I-20, including initials and transfers
Advise and educate international students and scholars on F and J visas during their entire tenure at UM-Flint on matters related to maintaining continued immigration status, campus employment, curricular practical training (CPT), optional practical training (OPT), status change, reinstatements, visa renewal, change of status, economic hardship employment, reduced course load, terminations, reinstatements, academic training, travel authorization, and other regulations and procedures
Responsible for maintaining student records, meeting SEVIS regulatory requirements, and ensuring F and J program compliance
Update website and materials regarding immigration and/or policy and procedure changes
Advise the colleges and departments on all matters pertinent to immigration regulation compliance and communicate any pertinent federal regulations to staff, faculty, and administrators
Manage updates and maintenance of processes, forms, alerts, communications, and alerts in SEVIS and Sunapsis
Organize workshops for students, staff, and faculty on matters pertinent to international students and scholars
Ensure initial and continued health insurance coverage for international students and scholars and assist with reconciliation
Prepare and manage the International Student and Scholar Services Program unit budget in accordance with departmental and institutional policies, assess resource needs, and submit funding proposals to support those needs
Provide training to all Designated School Officials (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO)
Assist the Director of the Center for Global Engagement with the day-to-day operations of CGE
Design, implement, and evaluate comprehensive orientation programs for new international students and scholars (pre-arrival, arrival, and ongoing)
Coordinate and support international student events, activities, and cultural programs to foster community and intercultural engagement
Support the coordination of international academic partnerships (e.g., 2+2 programs, dual degrees)
Contribute to marketing and outreach efforts to recruit international students
Develop and deliver workshops, seminars, and resources on topics such as immigration regulations, cultural adjustment, career development, and academic success
Coordinate and support cultural, social, and educational programming that fosters community, intercultural understanding, and integration for international students and scholars
Collaborate with campus partners (e.g., Admissions, Academic Advising, Career Services, Human Resources, Dean of Students, Counseling Services) to ensure seamless support services
Development and coordination of intercultural events, global engagement activities, peer mentoring programs, and leadership opportunities
Liaise with student organizations and cultural groups to enhance community building
Foster a welcoming and inclusive campus environment by advocating for the needs and perspectives of international students
Oversee crisis intervention and emergency support for international students and scholars
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
To comply with Homeland Security regulations, one must be a U.S. Citizen or lawful permanent resident
One or more years of experience serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) at an accredited institution of higher education
Experience and knowledge in developing policies and procedures to support non-immigrant students
Experience with SEVIS and any web-based International Student & Scholar Management (ISSM) software platform, such as Sunapsis or Terra Dotta
Benefits
Generous time off
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions after 12 months of eligible service with immediate vesting.
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
UM-Flint offers tuition support for eligible UM-Flint staff members.
In addition, UM-Flint offers dependent tuition support (DTS) for qualified dependents of faculty and staff from all UM campuses.
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$359.75MKey Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationNational Institutes of HealthBreakthrough T1D
2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
2025-04-23Grant
Leadership Team
Greg McGuire
Managing Director, Mcity
Robert Goodspeed
Chair, Urban and Regional Planning Program
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