International Scholar Adviser

Intl Stdts & Scholars Office

Full Time

78131BR

Job Summary

The International Scholar Advisor position primarily focuses on compliance with federal immigration laws and regulations governing J-1, H-1b, TN and E-3 visas for UCSF Exchange Visitors and academic employees. The position will provide analysis and solutions for complex immigration issues pertaining to academic employment cases. The International Scholar Adviser will be responsible for advising UCSF Exchange Visitors and academic employees, their host departments, and Human Resources on immigration laws and regulations governing to J-1, H-1b, TN and E-3 visas.

Position represents UCSF to federal government agencies as an Alternant Responsible Officer as signatory and campus contact for I-129 based employment petitions with the Department of State (DoS) and signatory on H-1b, TN and E-3 petitions to Department of Labor (DoL) and the United States Citizen and Immigration Service (USCIS). The Adviser also analyzes application trends, regulatory changes and assists in unit policy planning through recommendations to the Employment Visa team and Director.

The International Scholar Adviser also serves as backup to the Lead Immigration Adviser's data management responsibilities.

The International Scholar Adviser will mange the ISSM and ISD systems in the absence of the Lead Immigration Adviser, assist with system upgrades and troubleshooting system errors working with external Campus partners and product developer Ellucian.

Finally the International Scholar Adviser will develop and lead immigration, social and professional programs for UCSF International Scholars. This position will also contribute to the programming needs of the International Students and Scholar Office and SAA/Grad Division through developing and leading programs based on the needs of the UCSF international student and scholar population.

This position requires advanced understanding of immigration laws and regulations pertaining to academic immigration with the ability to independently research relevant laws and policies and as well as apply them to the unique immigration needs of the scholar, host department and UCSF.

This position also requires experience in managing the Ellucian International Student and Scholar Management (ISSM) data system, serving as backup data manager to the Lead Immigration adviser.

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Department Description

The International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) provides immigration related services to international students, researchers, faculty, staff and administration, and serves as the center of the international community at UCSF. These services include developing inbound international mobility strategies and policies for the University, preparing immigration documents while ensuring adherence to pertinent government regulations, liaising with cognizant US government agencies, advising the international community on visa acquisition and compliance, collaboration with relevant UCSF departments, and creation of programs that enhance the international community experience.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training
• Minimum of three years of experience advising international scholars on J or H-1b visas
• Advanced knowledge of immigration rules and regulations specific to the higher education context as well as specific operations of different government agencies involved in the different aspects of the immigration process
• Strong communication (spoken and written) and interpersonal skills in order to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, faculty and department administrators both verbally and in writing
• Ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality with internal and external stakeholders including government agencies (DHS, DoL, DoS and USCIS)
• Previous experience in managing a database specific to immigration such as ISSM or Sunapsis
• Knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs
• Analytical / problem-solving skills
• Strong skills in analyzing, researching, and synthesizing large amounts of data for preparing sound and relevant proposals / analyses.
• Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes
• Strong policy analysis techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

007398 PROJECT POLICY ANL 3

Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical)

Bargaining Unit

99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Flexible (combination of onsite and remote work), Hybrid, Parnassus Heights (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday; 8AM- 5PM PST, Hybrid work model