International Immigration Specialist

About the role

Penn State Global has an opening for an International Immigration Specialist (International Faculty Adviser).

Responsibilities

• Process petitions to U.S. government entities for the employment sponsorship and work authorization of international faculty members in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, government regulations and University policies
• Interpret regulations and provide guidance to department and college HR representatives on immigration and visa regulations, including advising options on appropriate visa recommendation, petition filing strategies, and estimated timelines
• Liaise with University human resources and departmental staff and international faculty to gather information and advise on other immigration related matters
• Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of international case management software policies, forms, and process changes within the International Faculty Advising area
• Serve as point-of-contact for employment-based immigration questions for assigned colleges
• Ensure University sponsored employment visa, policies and practices are compliant with federal and state laws, regulation, and policies
• Practice compliance consistently and equally while advising international faculty and filing each case
• Develop and/or provide training for departmental staff, faculty, and foreign national faculty in assigned colleges
• Stay abreast of current developments and trends in the international faculty advising field and employment-based immigration
• Communicate government, regulatory, and other relevant updates to assigned colleges regularly
• Maintain internal record-keeping system to track history of individual cases
• Maintain records of cases for audit purposes

Requirements

The successful candidate must possess exemplary interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate successfully with staff, faculty, university leadership and international faculty and scholars within Penn State Global and across the University. The ability to successfully work as a member of a collaborative team is crucial. Other essential qualities include strong organizational skills, critical thinking/problem solving, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt swiftly to changes in systems and procedures.

Qualifications

• A degree in fields such as higher education administration, international students, international education, or public policy is preferred
• This position is filled at the Advanced Professional level

Skills

Adeptness in using Microsoft Office Suite, familiarity with immigration law, and proficiency in English are required.

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

Pay

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $59,580.00 - $86,400.00.

Schedule

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, combining in-person and remote work.