Immigration Coordinator
Position Title
Job Duties
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Department
Compensation
Contact Information
Reasonable Accommodations
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
Employment Authorization
Position Title
The UWM Center for International Education seeks a full-time (100% FTE) Immigration Coordinator (International Education Coordinator) to provide services to all international students including immigration advising and immigration document issuance.
Job Duties
Act as a Designated School Official (DSO) on record with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Coordinate issuance of appropriate recommendations for employment authorization with SEVIS Provide immigration advising and counseling to international students regarding government regulations set forth by the Department of Homeland Security, Department of State, Department of Labor and other Federal agencies to maintain their legal student status Coordinate prearrival advising for UWM student admits on applying for student visas Support efforts that encourage the internationalization of the University Serve as liaison with the Center for International Education’s community outreach initiatives to coordinate delivery of programming information to international students
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree Citizen or Permanent Residency (required to serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Official (ARO)) Strong ability to create written communication that is informative and clear as demonstrated in the cover letter addressing minimum and preferred qualifications A minimum of 2 years experience working in a Post Secondary academic
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree Experience working with diverse student populations 2+ years’ experience working with international students Previous Designated School Official (DSO) Experience with F-1 regulatory interpretation and advising beyond I-20 issuance Experience with PeopleSoft, SEVIS and/or Terra Dotta
Department
The Center for International Education (CIE) at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee advances UWM’s global mission by supporting international students and scholars, facilitating study abroad opportunities, and building international partnerships. CIE serves as a central hub for international admissions, immigration and visa advising, global learning experiences, and cross-cultural engagement, helping students, faculty, and staff develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in an increasingly interconnected world.
Compensation
$45,000-$55,000/annually. Salary will be determined by finalist's experience, training, education, and equity-based factors.
Contact Information
Emily Jensen eejensen@uwm.edu
Reasonable Accommodations
Pursuant to university policy, UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.
CBC and Reference Check Policy
Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)
For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.
Employment Authorization
In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.