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This position advises current international undergraduate and graduate students on the restrictions and benefits of their immigration status, counsels international students regarding their personal, social, and academic concerns,
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COUNSELOR
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84408 |
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INTL STUDENT SERVICES |
| Appointing Department Web Address: |
http://www.iss.washington.edu |
| Job Location: |
Seattle Campus |
| Posting Date: |
05/10/2012 |
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Open Until Filled |
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Salary is commensurate with education and experience. |
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Application Process:
Submit a cover letter describing your interest in this position and an
updated resume through the UW Hires website. All resumes must be
submitted online. Please do not mail hard copies of your resume or
other application materials. The position will remain open until
filled but priority consideration will be given to those candidates
who apply by May 25, 2012.
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http://www.iss.washington.edu.
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| Requirements: |
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Bachelor’s degree AND minimum two to three years experience advising international students regarding F-1 and J-1 immigration matters.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of federal immigration rules,
regulations, and policies.
• Previous experience as a SEVIS approved Designated School Official.
• Understanding of and experience using fsaAtlas and the SEVIS
immigration system.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including
experience with public speaking and the ability to present information
in a clear and positive way to students from a variety of cultural
backgrounds.
• Ability to understand, apply, and communicate complex immigration
regulations and university policy.
• Superior analytical and problem–solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, managing multiple deadlines
simultaneously.
• Strong organizational skills and careful attention to detail.
Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements such as license/certification/registration.
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• Experience living abroad or extensive travels overseas.
• Sensitivity and understanding of cultural differences and as well as
proven experience working with diverse populations.
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| Condition of Employment: |
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The position requires a significant amount of time sitting at a desk
and computer station, in addition to standing during presentations and
workshops. Advisors meet with students regularly but also spend a
great deal of time responding to phone calls and emails as well as
processing immigration related paperwork on the computer through SEVIS
and the fsaAtlas software.
Part of the application process for this position includes completing an on-line cover letter assessment to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. The cover letter assessment will appear on your screen for you to complete as soon as you select "Apply to this Position" on this job announcement. Once you begin the assessment, it must be completed at that time. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until the assessment is complete.
A satisfactory result from a criminal background check may be required prior to hire.
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 The University of Washington is a leader in environmental stewardship & sustainability, and committed to becoming climate neutral.
The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 / 206-543-6452 (tty) or dso@uw.edu.
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