Washington State University
Job Opportunity: Specialist in Immigration Compliance and International Scholar Support
About the Company:
Join the Washington State University (WSU) team, where you will work under the guidance of the Senior Associate Director for Immigration Compliance. Utilize your specialized knowledge to administer federal immigration regulations, ensuring precise document management and tracking. Your efforts will significantly impact the success of international scholars, aiding them across various visa types as they excel within the WSU system as faculty, administrative professionals, post-docs, and more. Additionally, your role will contribute to the execution of educational, outreach, and training initiatives, expanding and nurturing our scholar community.
Application Advice for International Candidates:
- Tailor Your Credentials: Highlight how your Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience aligns with fields like International Studies, Intercultural Communication, or other related domains. Demonstrating a firm grounding in these areas will emphasize your preparedness for this role.
- Showcase International Experience: Emphasize any multilingual abilities or experiences of living, studying, or working abroad. This background supports your capability to interact sensitively and effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
- Highlight Relevant Experience: If you have three or more years in fields such as international business, immigration service processing, or related areas, ensure these experiences are clearly presented, with examples of initiative and customer service excellence.
- Cultural Engagement: Provide examples of your previous programming experience designed for diverse audiences, illustrating your capacity to facilitate inclusion and engagement in multicultural settings.
- Demonstrate Organizational Skills: Detail your ability to maintain high levels of attention to detail and organization, crucial for managing the complexities of immigration documentation and compliance.
Why WSU?
WSU is Washington’s premier land-grant university, with multiple campuses across the state, robust research centers, and a global online education presence. Committed to academic and research excellence, WSU fosters innovative solutions that benefit local and global communities. The university values diversity and inclusivity, promoting opportunities for individuals from various backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Commitment to Diversity:
WSU strives for excellence through diversity and offers a supportive environment with faculty-friendly policies, including partnership accommodations and specialized initiatives like the NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation program.
Application Process:
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or have lawful authorization to work in the U.S. Please ensure compliance with employment eligibility verification as required by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Accessibility:
WSU is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in all programs and employment processes. Any candidate requiring assistance in the application process should contact Human Resource Services at 509-335-4521, or use the designated relay services for further assistance.
Embark on a career that not only leverages your skills and international experience but also makes a difference in the lives of global scholars at WSU. We encourage you to apply and join an institution where diversity and innovation thrive
To apply for this job please visit jobregistry.nafsa.org.