IMMIGRATION ADVISOR F-1

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote/Hybrid Eligible

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is seeking an Immigration Advisor F-1 to support international students with F-1 immigration status, advise on compliance, and serve as the designated school official for the university's F-1 program.

The role includes helping students extend stays, process work authorization, work with OPT participants, and coordinate with USCIS and SEVIS; the position allows Remote/Hybrid scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Studies, Pre-Law, Higher Education or a related field is required.
• Two (2) years of related experience required; work experience may not substitute for education.
• US citizenship or permanent residency required by federal regulations for certification as a Designated School Official (DSO).

Responsibilities

• Serve as immigration advisor helping F-1 students to apply for extensions of stay through USCIS or via travel; assist with work authorization requests and SEVIS updates.
• Work with current international UAB students and those on post-completion OPT after degree completion.

Education

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

Job description

IMMIGRATION ADVISOR F-1 (T238356)

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

1. This role will serve as an immigration advisor helping F1 student to apply for extensions of stay through USCIS or via travel; as well as assisting with work authorization requests and SEVIS updates.
2. The position will work with both current international UAB students and those working on post completion OPT after completing their UAB degree.

(Hourly Rate: $16.50 - $26.80)

Qualifications

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).

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