Youngstown State University
Location
Youngstown, OH | United States
Job description
Provides immigration advisement for undergraduate, graduate and English as a Second Language (ESL) students and Exchange Visitors (EVs). Maintains a regular advising load and assists with functions such as international orientation, international graduation recognition and other events and duties as assigned. Assists the University in maintaining compliance with federal immigration regulations by advising students appropriately and making necessary updates in the SEVIS database, Ellucian ISSM as well as other software platforms.
Advises current and incoming international students and EVs on immigration matters.
Advises students who are in their period of post-degree Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Performs initial registration of students in SEVIS.
Submits updates to SEVIS and Ellucian ISSM as necessary.
Assists with the recertification and re-designation of the University's F-1 and J-1 program.
Assists students and EVs with tasks related to maintaining their legal F-1 and J-1 status in the United States.
Issues I-20s and DS-2019s as necessary.
Supports students and EVs by providing general student services as necessary.
Maintains knowledge of changes in F-1 and J-1 federal regulations.
Manages and performs regular updates to university websites related to current international students in the University's Content Management System.
Assists with planning and implementing international student orientation and international graduation recognition.
Manages international student enrollment in the mandatory health insurance, including enrollment verification, billing, invoice processing, and immunization verification.
Assist in troubleshooting international student issues related to adjusting to life in the USA, including securing adequate housing, activating utility services, resolving issues with rental contracts, and obtaining driver's license and social security number.
Coordinate with other offices on campus to deliver key services to enrolled international students, including advising, academic support, tax workshops and counseling services.
Manages and enhances the overall Exchange Visitor experience by ensuring that a regular cultural activity program is available to J-1 EV's at the University.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday. Some evenings and weekends required.
Supervision Exercised: Supervision may be exercised over student employees.
Reports to: Associate Director, International Programs
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: English grammar and spelling; records management; office management; project management.
Skill in: advising; written and verbal communication; organization.
Ability to: interact continually and effectively with students and the public; b uild positive relationships with faculty, staff, and departments; collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; compile and prepare reports; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; maintain records according to established procedures; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; move quickly and effectively from one tasks to another; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Minimum Qualifications: At least a bachelor's degree; U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (in order to serve as a Designated School Official); prior experience living in a foreign country or working with diverse populations.
Preferred Qualifications: Fluency in a foreign language.
About Youngstown State University
An Institution of Opportunity: Youngstown State University inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives. As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University’s mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU’s culture of enrichment flourishes in our diverse, accessible, and quality education. Youngstown State University is where students thrive in their educational and career pursuits, where scholarship creates innovative solutions, and where community engagement is a cornerstone of collaboration that collectively contribute to the sustainable prosperity of the region and beyond. We—the faculty, staff, administrators, and students of Youngstown State University—hold the following values essential to achieving the mission and realizing the vision. Centrality of Studen ... ts – We put students first, fostering their holistic and lifelong success. Excellence and Innovation – We bring academic excellence and innovation to learning and life for all stakeholders. Integrity and Human Dignity – We root all behaviors, decisions and actions in the achievement of integrity, mutual respect, collegiality, equity and inclusion. Collaboration and Public Engagement – We embrace collaboration and create innovative partnerships to foster sustainability and enrich our university, our culture, and region. Please use the following link to learn more about YSU:
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