Immigration Advisor, Center for Immigration Services and Support

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and supports immigration advising for international students.
• Serve as Alternate Responsible Officer and manages the J-1 degree seeking student program.
• Process and prepare immigration documents for F-1 and J-1 students related to visa issuance, international travel, employment, change of education, leave of absences, part-time enrollment and other relevant documentation
• Advise international students on matters, including, yet not limited to, immigration (e.g. recommendations and approval of immigration benefits related to F-1 and J-1 students on campus employment, practical training employment, extensions of stay, travel and reentry procedures), personal, financial, and student engagement activities.
• Coordinate Connect at Wake, Orientation and all other professional and cultural programs for international students.
• Participate with other ISS staff to participate in analysis and development of policies, procedures, and programs related to F-1 and J-1 students.
• Performs operations in various information systems (Terra Dotta, Workday, etc.)

Other Functions:

• Participate in professional conferences and relevant professional development (ex. NAFSA, NCAIE, Terra Dotta) to keep abreast of developments in the field.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education & experience
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (required to be authorized on government systems).
• Ability to prioritize duties in a multi-tasking, fast-paced professional environment.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively to organize information and maintain attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in person, via email, and by phone.
• Demonstrated capacity to develop & maintain effective working relationships with constituents reflecting a broad range of identities, perspectives, and experiences.
• Ability to maintain knowledge of changing regulations, requirements, and procedures across the department and related entities.
• Proficiency using computer applications (i.e. Microsoft Office, Google Applications, internet, Zoom, Workday).
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience with batching software (Like TerraDotta) or utilizing SEVIS for processing of immigration processing.
• Experience working with students and individuals from different cultural backgrounds.
• Experience studying, living, or working abroad.
• Knowledge of: Workday, WordPress, Terra Dotta.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for own work only.
• Eligible to work from home 1-2 days per week.

Physical Requirements:

• Sedentary work primarily involves sitting/standing; communicating with others to exchange information; repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; and assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

Environmental Conditions:

• No environmental conditions

Disclaimer:

Additional Job Description

Time Type Requirement

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.