IMMIGRATION ADVISOR F-1

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama at Birmingham seeks a Designated School Official (DSO) to support international students by managing immigration status, advising on CPT/OPT/STEM OPT, and ensuring compliance with SEVIS and FERPA.

The role involves collaboration with campus partners, issuing I-20s, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to orientation and outreach efforts. Remote/Hybrid eligible with day shifts; bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Studies, Pre-Law, Higher Education or a related field.
• Two years of related experience required.
• Must be a US citizen or permanent resident as required by federal regulations for certification as a Designated School Official (DSO).

Responsibilities

• Liaises with campus partners, schools and others to ensure all admitted international students are batched from Salesforce and Banner into the International Student & Scholar Management (ISSM) system.
• Serves as a DSO responsible for issuing initial, extension, and change-of-level Form I-20s and entering accurate information in the SEVIS system, including assisting with timely SEVIS registration.
• Advises F-1 international students on minimum course enrollment, on- and off-campus employment, CPT, OPT and STEM OPT.
• Navigates and integrates information from multiple databases, file storage systems and software programs while adhering to FERPA.
• Keeps up-to-date on current issues affecting international student mobility, especially Department of State bulletins, SEVP and USCIS.
• Assists with international student orientation, workshops and other events.
• Drafts and revises flyers, forms, e-newsletter content and web content.
• Conducts daily correspondence with students and UAB partners to answer questions regarding I-20 issuance, program cost, extension needs, travel issues, arrival at UAB and orientation.
• Helps compile data and reports, and presents information at UAB campus partner meetings, and/or state and regional international educator conferences as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Studies, Pre-Law, Higher Education or a related field

Job description

To foster a welcoming and supportive environment for international students by providing information and support on F-1 immigration status issues. To serve as Designated School Official (DSO) for the university s F-1 international student program. To advocate for international students by assisting with academic and/or administrative issues that interfere with the accomplishment of their educational and career goals. To advise international students on matters of immigration compliance and university policy.
Responsibilities:

• Liaises with campus partners, schools and others to ensure all admitted international students are batched from Salesforce and Banner into the International Student & Scholar Management (ISSM) system.
• Serves as a DSO responsible for issuing initial, extension, and change-of-level Form I-20s and entering accurate information in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), including assisting with timely SEVIS registration.
• Advises F-1 international students on matters of minimum course enrollment, on- and off campus employment, Curricular Practical Training (CPT), Optional Practical Training (OPT) and STEM OPT.
• Navigates and integrates information from multiple databases, file storage systems and software programs while adhering to FERPA.
• Remains up-to-date on current issues and trends affecting international student mobility, especially bulletins from the Department of State, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
• Assists with international student orientation, workshops and other events.
• Drafts and revises flyers, forms, e-newsletter content and web content.
• Conducts daily correspondence with students and UAB partners to answer questions regarding I-20 issuance, program cost, extension needs, travel issues, arrival at UAB and orientation.
• Helps compile data and reports, and presents information at UAB campus partner meetings, and/or state and regional international educator conferences as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

(Hourly Rate: $16.50 - $26.80)
Bachelor's degree in International Studies, Pre-Law, Higher Education or a related field and two (2) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Must be a US citizen or permanent resident as required by federal regulations for certification as a Designated School Official (DSO).
Posting Specifics/Recruitment Details
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Primary Location
University
Job Category
Clerical & Administrative
Organization
226005000 International Student & Scholar Services
Employee Status
Regular
Shift
Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)
Remote/Hybrid Eligible