Posting Number

STA00294PO25

Job Family

Program Management

Job Function

Program Management

USC Market Title

Immigration Specialist

Link to USC Market Title

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133636

Job Level

P2 - Professional

Business Title (Internal Title)

Immigration Services Advisor

Campus

Columbia

Work County

Richland

College/Division

Division of Academic Affairs and Provost

Department

PROV Global Carolina

State Pay Band

Approved Starting Salary

$49,396

Advertised Salary Range

$49,396-$55,000

Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

Basis

12 months

Job Search Category

Other Professional

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director for Immigration Services, the Immigration Services Advisor for the Office of International Student and Scholar Support provides intermediate-level advising on employment-based immigration matters for individuals in the F-1 and J-1 programs. Also serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job-related field and 2 or more years of job-related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job-related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required for Designated School Official duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree
Prior experience with F-1 and J-1 non-immigrant student regulations
Prior experience working in an International Student Office and/or as a Designated School Official
Prior experience with SEVIS government system as a Designated School Official or Alternate Responsible Officer
Prior experience in the culture-crossing process and/or an understanding of the dynamics of cultural adjustment

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of F-1 and J-1 non-immigrant student regulations
Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and web page creation and maintenance.
Strong customer service and intrapersonal skills.
Superlative oral/written communication skills, with particular emphasis on explaining complex concepts to individuals who have limited proficiency in English
Organizational skills, attention to detail, including the ability to review documents and other work and make corrections/suggestions for clear understanding
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, balance multiple priorities, and meet deadlines under pressure
Ability to operate with the highest levels of confidentiality.
Ability to research and interpret federal regulations, and use the regulations to make sound decisions related to F-1 student and J-1 Exchange Visitor status
Skills in problem-solving
Ability to work and partner effectively with others of diverse work styles and preferences

Job Duties

Job Duty

Facilitate sponsorship requests for the F-1 and J-1 Programs. Serve as Alternate Responsible Officer for the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program. Serve as a Designated School Official for the F-1 Student Program.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Advise international students, faculty, staff, and department-based personnel on immigration-related matters that support academic study, research training, or employment at USC, specifically related to F-1 students, J-1 Exchange Visitors, and J-2 dependents.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

With the Assistant Director for Immigration Services, manage and facilitate the USC International Affiliate Appointment process for academic and scientific units across the University of South Carolina System. Process document requests for international personnel and Affiliates, including travel document endorsements, and SC driver’s license and Social Security Number requests.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Serve as direct point of contact for USC Regional Campuses that require assistance with employment-based immigration matters, including but not limited to F-1 OPT employment, J-2 employment, TN employment, H-1B employment, and academic-scientific International Affiliate Appointments.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Job Duty

Manage communication and training/outreach efforts for the employment-based unit of the ISSS Division. Serve as primary contact responsible for responding to phone and email inquiries from active and prospective students, exchange visitors, and academic units. Provide special projects support for the Director and Assistant Directors within the ISSS office as needed.

Essential Function

Yes

Percentage of Time

Position Attributes

Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive

Hazardous weather category

Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Job Open Date

04/21/2025

Job Close Date

05/12/2025

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by May 12, 2025

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
Dependent Scholarships
Annual Leave
Sick Leave
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Paid Parental Leave
Professional Development Opportunities

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Quicklink for Posting

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/185926

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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