International Scholar Advisor, UNLV International Students and Scholars [R0152086]

About the role

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for International Scholar Advisor, UNLV International Students and Scholars [R0152086].

Responsibilities

• Supports the Director in facilitating the arrival and regulatory compliance of scholars and students at UNLV.
• Affords immigration and regulatory compliance services to the international scholar community by advising international employees, visiting scholars, and student interns on immigration requirements for maintaining status and implementing both federal immigration and internal policies.
• Collaborates with the Director to create, document, and maintain business practices for the efficient hiring and retention of international faculty/staff in terms of federal regulations and university policies.
• Works with the Director to proactively improve and/or update scholar services as regulatory changes occur.
• Processes student and scholar immigration requests and coordinates permanent residency petitions with an outside attorney.
• Works collaboratively with university offices including the colleges, academic advising units, Academic Affairs, Human Resources, and Student Life to optimize international students and scholars' experiences and promote UNLV's international mission.
• Works closely with leadership on scholar programming work, to develop robust scholar programs to promote belonging, ease transitions to life and work in the U.S., and provide key resources and information to enhance their stay.
• Assists with programs to increase admission and retention of international students and scholars at the university.
• Leads special projects assigned by the Director.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident in order to also serve as a DSO for the unit.
• 1-2 years of professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree.
• Higher Education experience.
• International Education experience.
• One year + related experience working with international students or scholars.
• One year experience serving as an Alternate Responsible Official (ARO).
• Experience with PeopleSoft or other student information management systems such as Terra Dotta.

Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Benefits

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision.
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs.
• No state income tax.
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools.
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents.
• Employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts.
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts.
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus.
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost.
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles.
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests.
• Personal and professional development opportunities.
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard.

How to Apply

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.