Administrative Assistant II, Center for Global Programs and Services

University of Delaware

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Job No: 498610
Work Type: Staff
Location: Newark
Categories: Administrative Support, International and Multicultural Programs, Full Time


PAY GRADE: 26N

CONTEXT OF THE JOB:

Under the general direction of the Associate Director for Immigration Services and working in tandem with other members of the Center for Global Programs and Services (CGPS), the Administrative Assistant is responsible for processing immigration documents for international students and scholars at the University of Delaware. CGPS provides support services to over 4,000 international students, scholars, and their families at UD annually. The Center is committed to providing quality services to foreign nationals in F-1, J-1, and H-1B visa status during their stay at the University and in the U.S. In collaboration with campus and community partners, CGPS also contributes to the internationalization of the university by providing a wealth of international programming and opportunities for cross-cultural interactions and engagement. http://www.udel.edu/oiss.

MAJOR RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Support CGPS in maintaining immigration document processing standards, requirements, procedures, and policies.
• Provide relevant guidance and information to students and University departments as needed.
• Ensure efficient and timely transmission of information and immigration documents to international students. Coordinate with university offices that support the international student admissions process, including the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, the Graduate College, and the English Language Institute.
• Verify documentation to determine eligibility for student immigration documents. Prepare and issue immigration documents (I-20/DS-2019) for students and dependents.
• Update international student data in the university's student information systems and U.S. government reporting system.
• Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for non-immigrant students and scholars on F-1 and J-1 visas.
• Provide accurate, timely and customer-focused communication to international students in F and J status, departmental staff, faculty and administrators.
• Perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED and two to three years of administrative experience.
• U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency is required, as mandated by SEVP federal
• regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills; ability to use advanced techniques in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to interact well with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work well in a team and customer service-oriented environment.
• Ability to respond well to changing priorities and urgent situations, function under pressure.
• Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality and judgment. Professionalism and punctuality, with the ability to work independently and manage time productively.
• Experience with processing I-20s and DS-2019s for international students preferred.
• Experience with PeopleSoft, Terra Dotta and SLATE preferred.
• Demonstrates an understanding and consideration of the differing needs and concerns of individuals with varying identities, cultures and backgrounds.
• Committed to fostering a workplace culture of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value.

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Applications close:

PI187259254