Immigration Specialist IApply now (https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/674/gateway/default.aspx?c=apply&lJobID=532016&lJobSourceTypeID=796&sLanguage=en-us) Job no: 532016 Work type: Staff Full-Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Human Resources, Veteran's Preference Eligible, Legal/Audit Services/Compliance Department: 20010000 - IP-INTERNATIONAL CENTER-GEN Classification Title:Immigration Specialist IJob Description:Process initial Forms I-20 for the newly admitted international students. Ensure accuracy in immigration documents filed with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Track international student initial immigration files and maintains documentation for the I-20 forms for students. Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and International Student Adviser (ISA) for a fraction of the international student population. Responsible for interpreting USCIS regulations and UF policy to maintain compliance with federal requirements.Serve as the liaison between USCIS, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and other government agencies, UF faculty, staff, other institutions, and international students. Comply with all reporting requirements for Student & Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).Advise UF departments, staff, and faculty to resolve specific immigration problems and employment eligibility issues as they affect international students at UF. Disperse information to the above regarding policies, rules, and regulations.Share responsibility for organizing and presenting programs and workshops pertaining to initial Form I-20 processing, immigration rules, and regulations to UF departments and international students. Maintain records on international students as required by federal regulations and UF policy. Assist Data Management Coordinator in monitoring alert lists and providing data necessary for surveys and reports. Assist colleagues in resolving immigration issues.Manage/Co-manage ISS Social Media; collaborate with the UFIC Outreach and Communications Coordinator regarding content marketing tools. Liaise with various offices on campus (to be assigned among advisers) to ensure smooth procedures for processing newly admitted international students and monitor UF's compliance with federal regulations. Manage/Co-manage the International Student portion of the Online Orientation (in collaboration with Student Affairs).Perform other duties as assigned, such as backing up on phone coverage or front desk coverage as needed, etc.Eligibility to serve as a Designated School Official:https://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/2013/07/questions-designated-school-officials-who-eligible-be-dso Expected Salary:$22.00 - $24.00/hourMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area and one year of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Preferred Qualifications:EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bachelor's or master's degree
Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) training
EXPERIENCE
Experience with immigration regulations
Experience with UF rules and regulations
KNOWLEDGE:
F-1 Visa Status Regulations as governed by SEVP, ICE, DHS; SEVIS
SKILLS
Detail-Oriented, Effective Communicator, Culturally Sensitive, Empathetic, Resourceful, Organized, Technologically Proficient, Adaptable, Reliable
Special Instructions to Applicants:In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.This position is eligible for veteran's preference. This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page (https://jobs.ufl.edu/resources/veterans-preference/) for more specific information.Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.Health Assessment Required:NoAdvertised: 21 Jun 2024 Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close: 28 Jun 2024 Eastern Daylight Time