ASSISTANT DIRECTOR-INTERNATIONAL SCHOLAR SERVICES

About the role

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an Assistant Director-International Scholar Services to administer a supportive environment for international scholars (exchange visitors) and students.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Responsible Officer (RO) and Designated School Official (DSO) for UAB international scholars and students on J1 and F1 visas.
• Advocate for international scholars by assisting with administrative issues that interfere with the accomplishment of their research objectives.
• Advises international exchange visitors on matters of immigration compliance and university policy.
• Serve as lead Training Program Liaison (TPL) with the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) to onboard J-1 residents, fellows, and students.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in International Studies, Pre-Law, Higher Education, Political Science, Public Administration or a related field and three (3) years of related experience required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident and pass a background check every four years as required by federal regulations for certification as Responsible Officer (RO).

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of immigration laws and university policies.

Benefits

• Annual Salary: $43,890 - $71,320.

Pay

• Annual Salary: $43,890 - $71,320.

Schedule

• Day Shift.

Benefits

• As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates.
• Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator.
• The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Employee Status

• Regular.

Shift

• Day/1st Shift.

Work Arrangement

• (Final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager).

Hybrid Eligibility

• Hybrid Eligible.