International Student Advisor

The International Student Advisor at UW-Stout advocates for and advises international students and support systems, including matters pertaining to cultural adjustments, nonimmigrant visas and the Federal regulations governing them, as well as institutional and UW System policies and procedures.

The anticipated start date is November 1, 2024.

Official UW Title International Education Advisor (AE049): link to standard job description

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum / Required

• Bachelor's Degree 
• U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident, as required by the Department of Homeland Security to be a Designated School Official (DSO) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO)
• Valid driver's license

Highly Desired/Preferred

• Bilingual or multilingual fluency 
• Flexibility, and the ability to establish priorities and manage multiple demands in a fast-paced environment 
• Attention to detail, strong organizational and analytical skills 
• Experience relating to students, scholars, and others from diverse cultural backgrounds  
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate in the planning and implementation of various campus and community programs

RESPONSIBILITIES

International Student Advising

• Serves as the Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the University to the Department of Homeland Security in all F & J nonimmigrant visa matters, including maintenance of SEVIS records, PeopleSoft, and Terra Dotta to meet the Student and Exchange Visitors Information System (SEVIS) reporting requirements. 
• Serves as liaison to academic departments on J-1 exchange and/or sponsored students. 
• Collaborates with campus community to provide international student support services, including but not limited to pre-arrival communications, production of non-immigrant certificate of eligibility, course enrollment, orientation, workshops, newsletters, printed and digital resources, scholarships, and advisement to the International Club. 
• Assists with training programs to the campus community on immigration and cultural related topics. 
• Facilitates international admission for non-degree international students and communicate with international partner universities on program updates.

International Student Programming 

• Promotes internationalization on campus and integration of international students with the campus community. 
• Organizes on- and off-campus cultural and social activities and events to enrich the international student experience.
• Assists with friendship family program, which connects students and local-area families.

Miscellaneous 

• Assists with annual and quarterly reporting of international student data, including IIE's Open Doors report. 
• Other duties as assigned.

DEPARTMENT INFORMATION 

To learn more about the Office of International Education, please visit http://www.uwstout.edu/OIE 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Complete applications received by end of day, September 22, 2024, are ensured full consideration.  Applications submitted after September 22, 2024, may be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.

To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs 

Required application materials: 
1. Cover letter (* See below)
2. Curriculum vitae or resume
3. Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) professional references who can speak to your skills and abilities for the position

*Please use your cover letter to speak to each of the Minimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. For each required qualification, describe your relevant experience, using specific examples from your work history to illustrate how your experience satisfies the requirement.

Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application.

Note: Once you have attached your materials and submitted your application you will not be able to go into the system and change them.

Before starting the online application process, we recommend you preview the frequently asked questions (FAQs) available at: https://kb.uwss.wisconsin.edu/21900 

It is the policy of UW-Stout to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact us using the information below. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodation for a qualified individual's disability.

For questions regarding this position or recruitment, please contact:
Search Chair: Danielle Clarizio
Email: clariziod@uwstout.edu 

If you need assistance with the online application process or if you submitted your application prior to uploading all of the required application materials, please contact:
Search Coordinator: Elizabeth Sippl
Email: Sipple@uwstout.edu 

INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW  

University of Wisconsin-Stout, Wisconsin's only Polytechnic University, offers an unmatched career-focused education that combines applied learning, theory and research with real-world experience that prepares tomorrow's leaders to drive the future of business and industry. At UW-Stout, our students do more than earn a degree--they do on day one. And we are #StoutProud to produce lifelong learners, ethical leaders and responsible citizens who succeed in a global society.   
  
UW-Stout is recognized nationwide for its operational excellence. We were the first and remain the only full four-year public higher education institution in the nation to receive the Malcolm Baldrige Award, and we are dedicated to a process-improvement model that leverages the power of data and the value of our people. We believe in critical thinking and fact-informed decision making. We pursue sustainability in form and function and collaborate across campus and with our partners to solve problems in industry and society. And providing an equitable, diverse and inclusive environment for our faculty, staff and students to live, learn and work is a top priority.  

We offer 50+ undergraduate degrees, 20+ graduate degrees and 30+ professional certificates in Art, Design & Graphics; Business & Management; Education; Human & Social Sciences; Information Technology & Communications; and Science, Engineering & Math. Our first-class digital infrastructure and learning environments provide our nearly 7,000 students with every avenue to explore and personalize their success. And we invest in people who share our vision to advance our position as Wisconsin's only Polytechnic University and as a regional, national and international leader in higher education.   

Be a part of the future at UW-Stout. Learn more at https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us  

University of Wisconsin-Stout is located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, a community an hour east of Minneapolis-St. Paul. A pillar of Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley and recognized as one of the best small towns in America, Menomonie provides an idyllic combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, boutiques and arts and culture with access to a metropolitan area. For more information about the UW-Stout community and region visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/our-community   

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Minimum annual starting salary of $43,888 commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The Universities of Wisconsin provides an excellent benefits package including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan, demonstrating our commitment to the diverse needs of our employees. UW-Stout is certified as a Family Friendly Workplace recognized for market-leading employee benefits and committed to supporting children and families.

• Benefit Details: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/quickguidefasl.pdf 
• To calculate the estimated value of your total compensation, use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator | Employee Benefits (wisconsin.edu)

UW-Stout is committed to nondiscrimination in its employment practices and to equal employment opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate against, harass or retaliate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (as defined in state and federal law), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, marital or parental status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, military service, veteran status, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employer's premises during non-working hours, political affiliation, declining to attend a meeting or participate in any communication about religious matters or political matters, honesty testing, or any other category protected by law.   
 
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, UW-Stout welcomes applications from individuals from diverse groups; veterans, individuals with disabilities and from historically excluded populations. At UW-Stout we value our differences and welcome diverse perspectives as we continually commit to developing an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and students.    

Employment is contingent upon the final candidate's completing a criminal background check and being cleared to work by the Human Resources Office.  Employment is also contingent upon the final candidate passing reference checks and an essential job function test, as applicable. The reference check process includes asking the final candidate and most recent supervisor(s) questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. Final candidates with previous employment within the UW System and State of WI agencies will be subject to additional reference checks.

Official transcripts required at time of hire.

The University of Wisconsin-Stout does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. A successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment and for maintaining work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact our Human Resources office, Phone: 715.232.2149.

In response to a public records request, the University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in their online application, except that the identity of the successful final candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7)

UW-Stout is committed to providing safety and security of all members of our community in accordance with the Clery Act. For campus safety information and crime statistics visit: https://www.uwstout.edu/life-stout/police-and-parking/clery-information 

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