Immigration Specialist - Student Team

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh's University Center for International Studies seeks an Immigration Specialist to support F-1 and J-1 students, handling guidance and case processing. Hybrid on-campus and remote work is available.

The role coordinates with faculty and departments to ensure lawful immigration status, maintains SEVIS and other records, and prepares reports for government agencies. Two years of experience and a Bachelor's degree are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Communicates with international students in F and J status to provide information and resources for maintaining lawful status in the US.
• Coordinates with faculty, staff, employees, and students to facilitate and maintain immigration status.
• Ensures compliance with immigration/visa rules by educating faculty and department admins.
• Acts as a resource for visa matters and resolves non-routine questions.
• Maintains relationships with government agencies and embassies to facilitate visa documentation and employment authorization.
• Maintains accurate records in University systems (e.g., PeopleSoft, Sunapsis) and SEVIS.
• Compiles information and prepares reports for government agencies; analyzes trends and makes recommendations.
• Keeps current through professional development and training.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Job Description - Immigration Specialist - Student Team (26005348)

Immigration Specialist - Student Team

University Center for International Studies - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26005348 )

This position services as immigration advisor for students in F and J status, providing accurate information and guidance, and processing applicable casework. Serves as liaison between the University and government agencies and as a resource for the University. Works closely with administrative contacts in departments across campus to ensure compliance for both the students and the University.

Job Summary

Facilitates legal immigration applications and processes and serves as liaison between the University and government agencies and as a resource for the University. Ensures accurate document processing and the University's compliance. Performs international credential evaluations for the admissions process.

Essential Functions

• Communicates with international students in F and J status via email, in-person meetings, online meetings, and presentations to provide information and resources so that students can maintain legal status in the US.
• Coordinates with faculty, staff, employees, and students throughout the University in facilitating and maintaining lawful immigration status.
• Ensures compliance with immigration/visa rules and regulations by educating faculty and department administrators on the unique limitations of international students.
• Serves as resource for all University members and affiliates regarding visa matters. Answers non-routine and complex immigration/visa related questions and assists in resolving issues.
• Maintains relationships with government agencies, sponsoring organizations, and foreign embassies to facilitate visa documentation and employment authorization for foreign students.
• Maintains accurate records in University systems (e.g. Peoplesoft, Sunapsis) as well as SEVIS.
• Compiles information and prepares various reports and analyses establishing progress, describing adverse trends, and stating recommendations and/or conclusions. Prepares required reports on foreign students and employees for various government agencies.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or courses as directed.

Physical Effort

Little physical effort required. Duties are primarily sedentary. May be required to move objects up to 25 pounds occasionally.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Immigration Coordinator II

Job Family Legal

Job Sub-Family International Legal Support

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range $55,000 - $60,000

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.