Job Description
Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.
∙ Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
∙ We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents
∙ A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
∙ As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.
∙ As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between Christmas and New Year.
∙ University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.
Hybrid Policy:
Please review the Hybrid Policy here.
https://www.fordham.edu/human-resources/policies-guides-and-agreements/hybridremote-work-policy-for-administrators/
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Office of International Services, the Associate
Director/Office of International Services provides guidance and services in
support of international students and scholars as well as various university
The incumbent serves as an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) and
Designated School Official (DSO)
Essential Functions
∙ Assigned as being Designated School Official (DSO) to implement
regulations under SEVP compliance. Including, not limited to, performing
SEVIS database management duties such as CPT and OPT applications,
SEVIS registration, and external communications management.
∙ Responds to immigration inquiries and provides immigration advising to
the Universitys current and incoming international students
∙ Issues I-20 documentation and perform various administrative tasks in
support of office information systems and mailings
∙ Advises and facilitates Post-Completion OPT and STEM OPT applications
for Universitys F-1 graduates.
∙ Drafts language for and edit OIS newsletters and website.
∙ Serves as a liaison to Lincoln Center admissions offices
∙ Attends professional conferences and training sessions to develop and
maintain skills and knowledge.
∙ Supports, hosts, and attends OIS events including orientation
programming and information sessions.
Database and SEVIS Administration:
∙ Maintains International Student and Scholar Management (ISSM)
database by liaising with IT for updates and annual certification.
∙ Monitors data flow from Banner to ISSM.
∙ Assists IT with troubleshooting and testing elements ofISSM to ensure
∙ Manages OIS SEVIS related operations to maintain best practices, assist
in the resolution of datafix tickets and respond to correction requests,
∙ Keeps abreast of changes in F- 1 regulations and changes in SEVIS
functionality and requirements and assists with setting up institutional
∙ Creates and updates office informational handouts or deliverables for
document submission portals and/or office website.
∙ Prepares, formats and issues University-wide communications from OIS
through Fordham messaging Platform Acoustic.
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
∙ Bachelors degree in any area
∙ Minimum three years of experience in international education required
∙ US citizenship or lawful permanent residency
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
∙ Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive living-learning-working
community
∙ Outstanding organizational skills, team player and the ability to work
∙ Customer service oriented
∙ Ability to work under pressure
∙ Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to
the goals of Jesuit Education.
∙Masters degree in any area
Minimum Starting Salary: $59,000
Maximum Starting Salary: $66,000
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/7185
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an
exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000
students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx
and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center
Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United
Kingdom.
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and
welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other
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