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Employer University of Colorado Location Eldorado Springs, CO Closing date Apr 25, 2025
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International Sponsored Student Assistant Advisor / Advisor / Sr. Advisor
Requisition Number: 63650
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Part Time
Posting Close Date: 28-Apr-2025
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Job Summary
The University of Colorado encourages applications for an International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) Sponsored Student Advisor! This is a 50% FTE position *.* As a member of the ISSS team, this position is responsible for developing programs and advising for international students on scholarships from international government agencies and companies, of which many are based in the Middle East. The university has relationships with third-party sponsors for over 250 international students on scholarship. Sponsors have specific requirements regarding course registrations, online courses and academic performance. Depending on the level of the position hired and the employee's experience, the advisor may act as an alternate liaison between the campus and these third-party sponsors.This role will is responsible for direct advising of and preparing documents for international sponsored students in regards to U.S. immigration matters and providing advice, assistance and/or resources regarding academic, housing, financial, cultural adjustment, social, career, research, sponsor and other-related matters. The level of supervision and oversight provided will depend upon the classification of the position. In addition, this position designs, plans and implements programs for sponsored students such as orientation sessions, receptions, and year-round events to assist them with academic and career growth as well as social and intercultural integration on campus and in the local community. The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) facilitates the entry, success, and retention of approximately 2200 international students and 800 international scholars. Our team advocates on behalf of international students and scholars (both within the university and to U.S. federal agencies) to ensure that they are afforded every opportunity to complete their educational, research, and/or professional objectives. We provide educational, social, and cultural programs that foster the integration and success of the international population on campus and in the local community. ISSS strives to promote a greater understanding and appreciation for all cultures.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Advising, Visa Document Preparation, & Reporting:
- Provide direct, comprehensive advising to international sponsored students regarding complex issues not only related to immigration but also related to academic, scholarship, logistical, financial, health, travel, and career development issues.
- Assist students and scholars in adjusting to life at the university and in the U.S. including advising on campus academic and personal support resources, clubs and organizations on campus, on and off campus employment, applications for Social Security Numbers, state driver's licenses, etc.
- Research, interpret, and apply federal and institutional rules and policies to the specific situations of international students in F-1 or J-1 non-immigrant status.
- Serve as official liaison to federal government agencies as a Designated School Official (DSO), ensuring compliance with immigration regulations.
- May serve as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) if there are sponsored students in J-1 status.
- Authorize immigration benefits for sponsored students in the SEVIS federal database.
- Monitor, report, and submit required information and documentation to federal governmental agencies via SEVIS and ISSM and to sponsors as permitted under FERPA.
- Assist students in acquiring documents and/or information required by their sponsors.
- Work with Senior Assistant Director for International Sponsored Student Services to create and maintain database reports for sponsored students as well as process eform and DocuSign requests for sponsored students.
- Serve as the primary coordinator of programming and events for the international sponsored student population to cultivate an inclusive community for sponsored students and assist with their integration and success academically, socially, and culturally on campus and in the local community.
- Collaborate with other campus units, including but not limited to the Counseling and Psychiatric Services; Academic Advising, Office of Diversity, Equity and Community Engagement; Career Services; and the Recreation Center in creating and implementing programming that will enhance the sponsored students' experience on campus in regards to academics, career building, social integration, cultural adjustment, etc.
- Coordinate sponsor site visits to the university, including arranging appointments with academic advisors and other university officials. (Event planning includes budgeting and fiscal accountability; negotiating for time, space, resources, catering, etc.; and marketing to students, staff, and faculty.)
- Plan and implement special orientation sessions and processes for sponsored students in collaboration with New Student & Family Programs and other campus units.
- Lead and/or assist with international student orientation planning with committee, serve as mentor for student and/or scholar groups (such as but not limited to International Festival committee, CU International club, and International Peer Mentor program) and/or primary liaison for community organizations (such as Boulder Friends of International Students).
- Assist with projects within the ISSS office to enhance efficiency and ensure appropriate customer service, such as but not limited to website revisions, development of internal training materials, processes and communications such as handouts and forms, creating and giving presentations to campus community, social media updates, etc.
- Assist with front desk coverage as needed.
- Serve as member of internal ISSS committees and taskforces.
- Represent ISSS at events and assist with ISSS team commitments such as a mentorship for student clubs, liaising with community groups, leading programming initiatives, etc.
- Participate in weekly case management meetings, ISSS team meetings, new international student orientation, etc.
- Engage in professional development and compliance training opportunities.
- Train, mentor, assign work and supervise student worker(s)
- Other duties as assigned.
- Function as a back-up liaison contact on campus for the sponsoring agencies and companies.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with representatives from sponsoring agencies and companies.
- Acquire and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the sponsors' and their students' specific requirements.
- Provide requested documentation and information to sponsors as allowed under FERPA and other relevant laws.
- May participate in visits to sponsoring organizations, ensuring each major sponsor received regular visits.
- Advocate for students with sponsors and on campus as appropriate.
- Provide training and education to campus constituents on cultural differences as needed to support international sponsored students, facilitate campus integration, and ensure positive interactions. (Due to the substantial financial investment of the sponsors in their students, they have a high expectation in regard to both the achievement of the student and the support of the University. The advisor needs to be able to communicate and explain to the campus units this expectation and the corresponding cultural framework in order to develop best practices to support the sponsored students and the sponsors.)
- Develop and maintain relationships with various departmental and unit representatives on campus integral to the sponsored students' success.
- Act as a liaison for sponsored students and sponsors to the Bursar's Office, Office of the Registrar, and other units on campus as needed.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for non-profit programming organizations that administer sponsored student programs (such as the Fulbright Foreign Student Program) for the U.S. government. Examples of these programming organizations include but are not limited to the Institute of International Education, IREX, and AMIDEAST.
- Develop and maintain relationships with programming organizations.
- Document and implement internal protocol for processing and retention of documentation related to hosting sponsored students.
- Research and propose to ISSS leadership new hosting and partnership opportunities.
- Function as backup advisor for government sponsored scholars.
- This is a 50% of full-time position or 20 hours per week.
- Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident.
- Hybrid work schedule with in-office attendance needed weekly. After training ability to work some hours remotely with most hours in office.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends may be required. Work schedule would be adjusted for the week to not exceed 20 hours/week.
- Three levels, salaries are listed at 50% of FTE:
- International Sponsored Student Assistant Advisor: $27,000 - $28,500;
- International Sponsored Student Advisor: $28,500 - $32,000;
- Senior International Sponsored Student Advisor: $32,000 - $35,000
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits (https://www.colorado.edu/jobs/benefits) , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder (https://www.colorado.edu/about) .
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What We Require
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- To be a Designated School Official (DSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Office (ARO), per federal regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident.
Senior International Sponsored Student Advisor:
- One (1) year of work experience as an international sponsored student advisor (or similar position) as a DSO and/or ARO at an institution of higher education. The experience must include advising international sponsored students and working with third-party sponsors. Moreover, the experience must demonstrate the candidate's ability to use a knowledge of the regulations and good judgement to independently advise international students on F-1 visas.
- Sensitivity to and ability to operate in a cross-cultural setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of U.S. immigration laws, regulations, and agency policies.
- Depending on student engagement events, ability to work evenings and weekends may be required. Work schedule would be adjusted for the week to not exceed 20 hours/week.
To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
- A current resume.
- A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/International-Sponsored-Student-Assistant-Advisor-Advisor-Sr-Advisor/63650 (https://apptrkr.com/6156159)
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The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
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