Assistant Director, International Student & Scholar Services

Position Title Assistant Director, International Student & Scholar Services Position Number 088921 Department International Edu & Development - 215000 Description of University
Appalachian State University, in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, prepares students to lead purposeful lives as global citizens who understand and engage their responsibilities in creating a sustainable future for all. The transformational Appalachian experience promotes a spirit of inclusion that brings people together in inspiring ways to acquire and create knowledge, to grow holistically, to act with passion and determination, and embrace diversity and difference. As one of 17 campuses in the University of North Carolina system, Appalachian enrolls more than 20,000 students, has a low student-to-faculty ratio and offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate majors. Minimum Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor's degree
  
  
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion practice and continual learning and improvement in this area
  
  
• Demonstrated interest in working with diverse populations
  
  
• Candidate must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident to serve as a SEVIS Designated School Official ( DSO )/Alternate Responsible Officer ( ARO )

License/Certification Required
The U.S. Federal regulations require DSOs and AROs to hold a U.S. citizenship or permanent residence. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The International Student and Scholar Services & Outreach unit within the Office of International Education and Development ( OIED ) provides immigration support to international students and scholars as well cultural programming. OIED is part of Academic Affairs.

The Assistant Director of ISSSO is responsible for the full range of duties associated with supporting international students and scholars. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as a Designated School Official ( DSO ) for the F visa program and as an Alternate Responsible Officer ( ARO ) for the J visa program (the U.S. Federal regulations require AROs to hold U.S. citizenship); and maintain SEVIS accordingly
  
  
• Advise F and J international students and scholars on academic, cultural, financial, and social matters, as well as maintaining legal status in the U.S.; assist them in understanding complex university and immigration policies and procedures
  
  
• Maintain a NAFSA membership and keep up to date with changes to F and J regulations, trends, and best practices in the field of International Education
  
  
• Use Terra Dotta software to ensure Appalachian's compliance with F and J regulations and to manage international student caseload
  
  
• Maintain a working knowledge of employment-based visas (H-1B and the Permanent Residency) process and assist the Director of ISSSO with these filings
  
  
• Assist with the implementation of ISSSO events and support services, including a comprehensive international student orientation program and farewell reception each semester, and tax assistance on an annual basis
  
  
• Oversee the unit's international outreach programs, including the International Friendship Program and Cultural Ambassador; identify, develop and implement other student and scholar support programs in coordination with the ISSSO unit team members
  
  
• Supervise a graduate assistant in the coordination of two outreach programs: the International Friendship Program and Cultural Ambassadors
  
  
• Coordinate the campus annual International Education Week celebration
  
  
• Collaborate with a range of campus partners, such as Campus Safety, Student Employment, Health Services, Advising and Orientation, Student Accounts, Food Services, University Housing, Community-Engaged Leadership, Athletics Office, Admissions, Counseling Center, Career Development Center, Intercultural Student Affairs, academic departments, among others, to increase campus partners' knowledge of the international population and ensure that the unique needs of international students are met
  
  
• Serve on campus committees to represent international student and scholar needs and interests
  
  
• Serve as a member of the International Recruitment Working Group
  
  
• Maintain the ISSSO Web pages and departmental electronic communication campaigns
  
  
• Assist the Director in managing the Appalachian apartments for international scholars
  
  
• Assist the Director in yearly planning, budget process, and preparation of annual reports and other duties as assigned.
  
  

Suggested Salary Range $45,000 - $50,000 Physical Demands of Position
General Office Environment Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach required documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List a minimum of 3 professional references in the application or attach a List of References with Contact Information

AA/EEO Statement
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Important Contacts:

Director of Human Resources/ EEO Officer
Office of Human Resources
330 University Hall Dr.
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3187

Office of Title IX Compliance
123 I.G. Greer Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-2144

ADA /504 Coordinator & Office of Disability Resources Director
Office of Disability Resources
224 Joyce Lawrence Lane/Suite 112 Anne Belk Hall
Boone, NC 28608
(828) 262-3056 Diversity and Inclusion at Appalachian
We at Appalachian State University are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence both locally and globally.

We understand that the successful implementation of diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence is the responsibility of the entire university community, including alumni and official university governing bodies. A diverse campus community supports an influx of broad and distinct ideas that increase learning opportunities and strengthen the impact of our community as we work collectively to achieve a just experience for all.

We actively encourage, support, and promote a global mindset and an equitable environment where all will know that they belong and are safe to express their culture, identity, values, ideas, opinions, and creativity. We are committed to creating a culture of equity opportunity for all, one that has an expectation of fairness, justice, and equity-minded practice at all levels of the university community. Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/34770 Posting Number 201500980P