Educational Program Coordinator II
Job Description
Operating Title
Educational Program Coordinator IILong Classification Title
Educational Program Coordinator IICampus Location
DurhamDepartment
UNH International Students OfficeSummary of Position
Advise the UNH community and international students (and scholars as required) on appropriate immigration classifications, regulations, proper documentation, processes and related matters consistent with university policies/procedures; issue immigration and related documents on behalf of the university. Facilitate student academic success by providing advice, support with cultural adjustment/ engagement and appropriate referrals. Ensure university compliance with federal (e.g., Department of Homeland Security, U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and state regulations by providing a centralized resource pertaining to the enrollment of international students.
Acceptable minimum level of education
Bachelor'sAcceptable minimum years of experience
2 yearsPosting Number
PS4902FY25Other minimum qualifications
Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident to meet federal regulatory requirements for certification as a Designated School Official and as Alternate Responsible Officer.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
A successful candidate must have demonstrated experience with high level of attention to detail, effective communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse group of UNH community members from diverse backgrounds. Experience living and/or studying abroad preferred.
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/63487Percent Time Information (FTE)
1.00Grade
18EEO Statement
The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide
Posting Date
10/17/2024Open Until Filled
NoClosing Date
11/11/2024Posting Open to Internal Candidates Only?
NoInterested Internal Candidates Exist?
NoJob Category
Salaried Staff (Exempt)Appointment Type
RegularDrivers License and Physical Requirements. Please check all items that apply.
None applicableDuty/Responsibility
- In conjunction with the SEVIS Coordinator, work on pre- and post-admissions processing and advising of incoming undergraduate and graduate international students.
- Advise UNH departments and prospective students on immigration requirements; provide detailed instructions on relevant procedures.
Duty/Responsibility
- In conjunction with the Senior Immigration Advisor, facilitate international student enrollment as a Designated School Official for F program and Alternate Responsible Officer for J exchange student program, issue Certificates of Eligibility for students and eligible dependents.
- Advise students at multiple campuses on immigration rights, responsibilities, and immigration benefits.
- Review, approve or recommend for approval requests for changes of status, extensions of stay, reductions in course load, employment authorization on and off-campus, etc.
- Assist students to navigate their academic experience by providing academic and career planning as it relates to their post-graduation work authorization.
- Facilitate student success and retention by supporting academic and personal goals.
- Provide academic support, especially interpreting the academic system and how to access on-campus resources.
- Coach students through the academic appeal process, student conduct procedures, withdrawals, Leave of Absences, re-admissions and similar processes and requests.
- Counsel and support students dealing with legal, medical and mental health issues to minimize the potential impact on their immigration status.
- Monitor and validate academic registrations and student eligibility for prescribed immigration benefits.
- Update and review student records for completeness and accuracy.
Duty/Responsibility
- Support and implement group and individual orientations throughout the calendar year.
- Coordinate the scheduling and delivery of support programs with University offices.
- As a member of the advising team, recruit and train volunteer student staff.
- Create orientation materials.
- Conduct relevant information sessions and assist in planning/implementing intercultural educational programs.
Duty/Responsibility
- Data collection at all stages of inquiry, pre-arrival, arrival, during and post-tenure at UNH including updating and verifying student data according to U.S. Federal requirements and for internal UNH processes.
- Monitor and validate academic registrations and student eligibility for prescribed immigration benefits.
- Update and review student records for completeness and accuracy.
Duty/Responsibility
- In collaboration with OISS staff, develop automated office procedures to improve and maintain compliance with federal regulations.
- Work to enhance office efficiency and productivity through automation, especially Sunapsis software.
- Assist students in the use of electronic forms.
- Participate in regular staff meetings and general meetings/committees across campus.
- Other duties as assigned.
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