Metro New York & Southern Connecticut

International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) Coordinator/Student Life Intl Std Adv (aHEO) -IPCE

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Location

Lehman College

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

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POSITION DETAILS

The Office of International Programs & Community Engagement (IPCE) fosters local and globalengagement through curricular and co-curricular offerings, interaction with students and faculty from abroad range ofcultures and languages, and opportunities to learn and conduct research at home andabroad.Reporting to theAssociateDirector for International Student and Scholar Services, theInternational Student and Scholar Services(ISSS)Coordinator servesasaDesignated School Official

(DSO) and J-1 Exchange VisitorAlternateResponsible Officer (ARO).As aDSO/ARO, the ISSSCoordinator???s primary responsibility is to help ensureinstitutional compliance withthe United StatesCode of Federal Regulations related toF-1non-immigrant studentsand J-1 exchange visitors (students,interns, researchers, professors and specialists).

Additionalduties include but are not limited to the following:

???Assist with administeringofprograms and servicesfor international students and scholars.

???Manage the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) federal electronic trackingsystem.

???Monitor the interface between the College system and the SEVIS System.

???Stay currentwith Student and Exchange Visitor Program(SEVP)regulations and College policiesand procedures.

???Advise international studentsand exchange visitors in obtaining and maintaining F-1 and J-1non-immigrant status.

???Monitor, evaluate,and report on F-1 and J-1 college enrollment.

???Prepare regular electronic communication to studentsand exchange visitorsregardingSEVPupdates and compliance issues.

???Collaborate withIPCE staffto actively implement and achieve departmental goals andobjectives.

???Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree required.

???Experience working with SEVIS as a PDSO/DSO and/or RO/ARO in an office with an internationaleducational exchange focus.

???Strong organizational and administrative abilities are essential, as are excellent interpersonal,oral,and written communication skills.

???Ability to work collaboratively.

???Excellent analytical andproblem-solvingability.

???Strong computer skills, including knowledge of internet and database tools.

???Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

???Experience working students and scholars from diverse cultural backgrounds.

???Knowledge of F and J immigration regulations.

???As per the Department of Homeland Security requirements, U.S. citizenship or permanentresidency is required in order to serve as a DSO or ARO.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Assists and advises international students on immigration and related issues

• Advises new and continuing international students on immigration procedures, registration, change of status, leave of absence, and other issues; facilitates immigration paperwork and data processing
• Processes information in related systems such as SEVIS (Student Exchange Visitor Immigration System) and I-1440 databases related to student activities; assists in maintaining student records and creating related reports
• Maintains up-to-date information on regulations, policies and practices (internal and external) pertaining to international students
• Assists in organizing orientation programs, cross-cultural events, and informational workshops
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience:$62,689 to $68,245

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

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Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

CLOSING DATE

June 16, 2023

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

About Lehman College (CUNY)

The Lehman College campus is located in Bronx, New York and is a Senior College within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. Lehman is the only senior college of The City University of New York (CUNY) located in the Bronx and is recognized as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Lehman serves a diverse population of more than 14,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The College serves mainly undergraduate students preparing them for employment, the professions and further study. Service to the college, university and community is part of the mission as is a clear commitment to student engagement including advisement. Opportunities are available for faculty development and travel awards. Lehman College and CUNY funding is available through competitive grants for scholarship and professional development support.

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