What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director of Compliance, International Student Services position at University at Buffalo?
Position Summary
The Associate Director of Compliance oversees SEVIS compliance, manages initial F-1 and J-1 processing, and supervises the International Student Coordinators and ISS Transition Team. This role ensures adherence to federal and university regulations, enhances compliance support and fosters collaboration across university departments.
- Management : Lead the International Student Coordinators and transition support staff by evaluating, improving, and implementing best practices that enhance the quality and efficiency of advising services. Empower the team through effective staff selection, training, and performance evaluation while fostering collaboration across ISS functional areas
- Compliance and Regulations : The Associate Director manages the university’s reporting obligations for F‑1 and J‑1 nonimmigrants, ensuring data integrity between institutional and government systems. They provide leadership and strategic vision for effectively utilizing Sunapsis, ensuring these systems support compliance and operational efficiency. The Associate Director stays current with relevant government, SUNY, and university regulations to maintain consistent SEVIS compliance policies. Additionally, they act as the primary liaison between ISS, EAS, and the Sunapsis Client Team, fostering effective communication and collaboration across these groups.
- Policy Administration : The Associate Director will develop and update policies and procedures for issuing immigration documents, ensuring they meet all regulatory requirements.
- Collaboration and Communication : Effective collaboration and communication are essential in this role, as the Associate Director will liaise between ISS and other university units to foster a cohesive admissions cycle for F-1 and J-1 students.
- Strategic Planning : Supporting the Assistant Vice Provost, the Associate Director will engage in strategic initiatives that include project development, planning, and execution. They will conduct research, analyze data, and assess outcomes to advance the goals of ISS, contributing strategic and innovative ideas to support university operations and other key initiatives.
- Training and Development : Developing and implementing training programs for International Admissions staff serving as DSOs is a key responsibility of the Associate Director. They will provide ongoing support and ensure that staff members are competent and compliant with all relevant immigration regulations and procedures. By investing in staff training, the Associate Director ensures that the team remains knowledgeable, skilled, and capable of delivering high-quality services to international students.
Offering over 300 undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs, the University at Buffalo (UB) has the distinction of being a premier research-intensive public university, and is a member of the Association of American Universities. UB is listed as one of the nation’s Top 25 institutions hosting international students, and its provides support services for the University at Buffalo’s approximately 7,000 international students.
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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Minimum Qualifications
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Physical Demands Salary Range $80,000 - $94,000 Additional Salary Information Type Full-Time Campus North Campus Posting Alerts Special Instructions Summary Additional Information Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at Is a background check required for this posting? Yes Background Check Notification Employment in this position will be contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and University at Buffalo policies, including the completion of a criminal history check.
Salary : $80,000 - $94,000
