IMMIGRATION ADVISOR J-1

UAB Medicine; University (FL); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an IMMIGRATION ADVISOR J-1 to support international scholars with information on J-1 status and compliance. The role includes serving as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the university's J-1 program and coordinating with ECFMG as a Training Program Liaison.

The position emphasizes advocacy for scholars, onboarding of residents and fellows, and collaboration to remove administrative barriers to research objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Studies, Pre-Law, Higher Education or related field.
• Two years of related experience required; experience cannot replace education.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required; background check every four years.

Responsibilities

• Foster a welcoming environment for international scholars and provide information on J-1 immigration status.
• Serve as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the J-1 program.
• Advise on immigration compliance and coordinate with ECMP/ECFMG as needed.

Education

Bachelors in Intl Studies/Pre-Law

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) seeks an IMMIGRATION ADVISOR J-1 to foster a welcoming and supportive environment for international scholars (exchange visitors) by providing information and support on J-1 immigration status issues. To serve as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the university's J-1 international exchange visitor program. To advocate for international scholars by assisting with administrative issues that interfere with the accomplishment of their research objectives. To serve as co-Training Program Liaison (TPL) with the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) to onboard J-1 residents and fellows. To advise international scholars on matters of immigration compliance and university policy.

(Hourly Rate: $16.00 - $26.00)

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 and pass a background check every four years as required by federal regulations for certification as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).

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): Hybrid Eligible