International Education Coordinator

Industry: Student Affairs

Company: University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

Essential Job Functions

This position reports to the Enrollment Services Manager and will work collaboratively with colleagues in Enrollment Services, and with academic departments, faculty, and staff across campus in the development and implementation of processes that ensure efficient enrollment, retention, and persistence toward completion of program for all international students at the University. The International Student Services Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the processing of all immigration documents for J and F visas, and tracking and reporting on regulatory and process changes related to immigration and visa issues. The International Student Services Coordinator also designs, implements, and evaluates programs to engage and develop international students in order to foster an inclusive and diverse community. The International Student Services Coordinator will advise leadership in Enrollment Services and across campus on procedural and/or business practice improvements related to the support of international students.

The successful candidate must possess strong leadership skills, have experience processing immigration documents, and demonstrate an awareness of current issues facing international students in today’s higher education environment. The candidate must also possess strong organizational and technical skills, show flexibility in a rapidly changing environment, and display strong problem-solving skills. The ability to communicate clearly and effectively across cultural and language differences is critical.

What You’ll Do

• Schedules logistics and secures and manages resources for various programs to support international students.
• Develops programming and resource materials, within budget guidelines and across various mediums, to provide co-curricular and engagement opportunities to international students.
• Advises on student visa issues through individual consultations and workshops across various mediums.
• Interprets and communicates student rights, responsibilities, and options related to specific requests and situations.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to advocate for international students, promoting their contributions to diverse communities.
• Serve as a liaison with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service regarding the enrollment of all international students; including serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree at time of application
• 2 years of related experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in international education, communications, business, marketing, or a related field
• 3 or more years experience working with international students
• Knowledge of various technology systems such as Salesforce, Peoplesoft (SIS), Terra Dotta, Via, SEVIS, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Fluency in a second language, preferably Chinese, Japanese, Hindi, or Nepali

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will be expected to work inclusively and respectfully within a diverse campus community and practice civility in the workplace. The University welcomes applicants who are dedicated to the appreciation and promotion of inclusivity and equity as crucial components in the pursuit of organizational excellence.

In addition, the successful candidate will have strong oral, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills, demonstrated integrity and strong leadership, and the willingness to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. The University invites applicants who are dedicated to enriching the quality of life for students and the community by embracing the educational value of diversity, promoting environmental sustainability, encouraging engaged citizenship, and serving as an intellectual, cultural, and economic resource.

Conditions of Appointment

Some travel is required for necessary meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. Occasional evening and and/or weekend work is expected and will be assigned by supervisor as needed.

The home campus of this position is Green Bay and the successful candidate may occasionally be required to travel to or work at the Marinette, Sheboygan or Manitowoc Campus, based on operational needs.

Position is a full-time Academic Staff appointment and will work fully in-person, on-campus. Official transcripts of the highest degree achieved will be required of finalist(s). A criminal conviction investigation will be conducted on the finalist(s). In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

All final candidates will be asked to provide names, email contact information, and/or phone numbers for three (3) references, with at least one being from a manager or supervisor, during the interview process. All final candidates must be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions must also be asked.

The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation and Benefits

SALARY INFORMATION

Minimum salary of $48,000.

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

BENEFIT DETAILS

The UW System provides an excellent benefits package to meet the diverse needs of its employees. This includes several health insurance options, with annual deductibles as low as $250/individual and $500/family. Our benefits package also includes dental, vision, several life insurance options, AD&D and Accident insurance and Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts. We participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), where employer contributions begin immediately and employees are fully vested after 5 years of service. The UW System also provides supplemental retirement savings programs including a 403(b) and Deferred Compensation.

In addition, employees receive several types of paid leave benefits, which are prorated for employees working less than 100%. This includes 9 legal holidays, 36 hours of personal holiday and between 96-130 hours of sick leave annually. Employees earn 13-27 days of vacation each year, depending on years of service and employment type.

For more details, please review the benefit quick guide linked below.

• UW System Employee Benefits Brochure
• Faculty, Academic Staff, and Limited Quick Guide
• Total Compensation Estimator