Immigration Advisor
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 19, 2024
Position Details
Position Information
Posting date
03/18/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1127083
Position Title
Immigration Advisor
Department this Position Reports to
Visa and Immigration Services
Hiring Range Minimum
$49,800
Hiring Range Maximum
$62,200
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Bank of America Building, 63 South Main Street, Suite 303,
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
No
If yes, length of term in months.
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
To assist international students and scholars with immigration-related issues, provide SEVIS coordination support to the office, and help to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Description
The Office of Visa and Immigration Services ( OVIS) at Dartmouth College is seeking a full-time Immigration Advisor. Reporting to the Director, the Immigration Advisor will assist international students and scholars with immigration-related issues, provide SEVIS coordination support to the office, and help to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
· Must be U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to serve as DSO/ ARO as required by federal law
· Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience in higher education advising F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors
· Familiarity with U.S. immigration regulations
· Familiarity with SEVIS and Banner, as well as Sunapsis or other database management systems and reporting tools
· Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and administrative skills
· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
· Excellent oral, written and cross-cultural communication skills and sensitivity
· Commitment to diversity
· Time management – ability to juggle multiple deadlines and prioritize
· Experience in handling confidential information
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Susan Ellison
Department Contact Phone Number
susan.c.ellison@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Susan Ellison
Department Contact's Phone Number
susan.c.ellison@dartmouth.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/72939
Key Accountabilities
Description
Serve as a Department of Homeland Security Designated School Official ( DSO) and Department of State Alternate Responsible Officer ( ARO) responsible for immigration advising and reporting
Percentage Of Time
25%
Description
Interpret and monitor federal immigration regulations, advising international students and scholars on matters related to maintenance of status, extension of program, change of status, international travel, employment, and dependent family member status
Percentage Of Time
25%
Description
Work with Office of Visa and Immigration Services ( OVIS) staff to update and create online advising materials for international population, and training materials for professional schools and departments
Percentage Of Time
15%
Description
Participate in and provide support for international student and scholar registration, check-in, orientation, employment requests and other processes, particularly during peak times
Percentage Of Time
10%
Description
Prepare and formally submit correspondence, reports, and other required immigration documentation for international students and scholars, including Form I-20, Form DS-2019, as well as regular records maintenance in Banner/Data Warehouse, Sunapsis, and SEVIS
Percentage Of Time
15%
Description
Regularly run and audit reports of student and scholar data in Banner/Data Warehouse, Sunapsis and SEVIS to validate data accuracy and ensure compliance with Student and Exchange Visitor Program ( SEVP) and other government reporting requirements
Percentage Of Time
5%
Description
Keep Director and other OVIS staff apprised of SEVIS updates to student employment to ensure compliance with federal regulations
Percentage Of Time
5%
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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting date
03/18/2024
Closing date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Position Number
1127083
Position Title
Immigration Advisor
Department this Position Reports to
Visa and Immigration Services
Hiring Range Minimum
$49,800
Hiring Range Maximum
$62,200
Union Type
Not a Union Position
SEIU Level
Not an SEIU Position
FLSA Status
Exempt
Employment Category
Regular Full Time
Scheduled Months per Year
12
Scheduled Hours per Week
40
Schedule
Location of Position
Hanover, NH
Bank of America Building, 63 South Main Street, Suite 303,
Remote Work Eligibility?
Hybrid
Is this a term position?
No
If yes, length of term in months.
Is this a grant funded position?
No
Position Purpose
To assist international students and scholars with immigration-related issues, provide SEVIS coordination support to the office, and help to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Description
The Office of Visa and Immigration Services ( OVIS) at Dartmouth College is seeking a full-time Immigration Advisor. Reporting to the Director, the Immigration Advisor will assist international students and scholars with immigration-related issues, provide SEVIS coordination support to the office, and help to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp
Bachelors plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
· Must be U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to serve as DSO/ ARO as required by federal law
· Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years of experience in higher education advising F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors
· Familiarity with U.S. immigration regulations
· Familiarity with SEVIS and Banner, as well as Sunapsis or other database management systems and reporting tools
· Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational and administrative skills
· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
· Excellent oral, written and cross-cultural communication skills and sensitivity
· Commitment to diversity
· Time management – ability to juggle multiple deadlines and prioritize
· Experience in handling confidential information
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree
Department Contact for Recruitment Inquiries
Susan Ellison
Department Contact Phone Number
susan.c.ellison@dartmouth.edu
Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title
Susan Ellison
Department Contact's Phone Number
susan.c.ellison@dartmouth.edu
Equal Opportunity Employer
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
Background Check
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Is driving a vehicle (e.g. Dartmouth vehicle or off road vehicle, rental car, personal car) an essential function of this job?
Not an essential function
Special Instructions to Applicants
Dartmouth College has a Tobacco-Free Policy. Smoking and the use of tobacco-based products (including smokeless tobacco) are prohibited in all facilities, grounds, vehicles or other areas owned, operated or occupied by Dartmouth College with no exceptions. For details, please see our policy. https://policies.dartmouth.edu/policy/tobacco-free-policy
Additional Instructions
Quick Link
https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/72939
Key Accountabilities
Description
Serve as a Department of Homeland Security Designated School Official ( DSO) and Department of State Alternate Responsible Officer ( ARO) responsible for immigration advising and reporting
Percentage Of Time
25%
Description
Interpret and monitor federal immigration regulations, advising international students and scholars on matters related to maintenance of status, extension of program, change of status, international travel, employment, and dependent family member status
Percentage Of Time
25%
Description
Work with Office of Visa and Immigration Services ( OVIS) staff to update and create online advising materials for international population, and training materials for professional schools and departments
Percentage Of Time
15%
Description
Participate in and provide support for international student and scholar registration, check-in, orientation, employment requests and other processes, particularly during peak times
Percentage Of Time
10%
Description
Prepare and formally submit correspondence, reports, and other required immigration documentation for international students and scholars, including Form I-20, Form DS-2019, as well as regular records maintenance in Banner/Data Warehouse, Sunapsis, and SEVIS
Percentage Of Time
15%
Description
Regularly run and audit reports of student and scholar data in Banner/Data Warehouse, Sunapsis and SEVIS to validate data accuracy and ensure compliance with Student and Exchange Visitor Program ( SEVP) and other government reporting requirements
Percentage Of Time
5%
Description
Keep Director and other OVIS staff apprised of SEVIS updates to student employment to ensure compliance with federal regulations
Percentage Of Time
5%
-
--
Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.
--
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this employment opportunity?
- Current Dartmouth employee (Please specify full name below)
- Word of mouth
- Mentioned on social, digital, or print media (e.g. LinkedIn feed, VOX, Valley News, listserv)
- jobs@dartmouth.edu email outreach
- Recruiter (Please specify full name or event below)
- abilityJOBS
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- Glassdoor
- Handshake
- HigherEdJobs
- Indeed
- Inside Higher Ed
- LinkedIn's Job Board
- RecruitMilitary
- Dartmouth's Job Board (searchjobs.dartmouth.edu)
- Other (Please specify below)
- If you would like to add more information to your answer, please specify here:
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Resume
