International Program Specialist

Position Details Req ID: req17033 Position Title: International Program Specialist Position Type: Staff Full-Time Position Number: AS7099 OSU Campus: Stillwater Department: International Students & Scholars Location Address:
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078
United States Hiring Supervisor: Tim Huff Hiring Range
(Contingent upon available funding): 19.00 - 23.25, Hourly Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm Faculty Appt Period: Job Summary:

Immigration Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for J-Visa issues

Liaison to Responsible Officer to support OSU’s J-visa initiatives

Clerical Assistant on J-visa Issues for Visiting Scholars

Processing DS-2019 requests forms for J-1 scholars & dependents

Communication with traveling new scholars for arrival purposes.

Initial check-in and orientation of new scholars, ID issuance for scholars and affiliates (non-academic)

Coordinate digital electronic application and maintenance for scholars.

Collection & preparation of data for scholar reports

Development of scholar programs in conjunction with OSU faculty

Process and maintain on-campus work authorizations for international student and scholar employees

All other duties as assigned

Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of 3 professional references.Education & Experience Position Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Education, International Studies, Foreign Languages, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

One year of related experience.

Notary Public-within one year of initial hire
Designated School Official (F-visas) - required after hire
Alternate Responsible Officer (J-visas) - required after hire

Work well with International Students
Professional Communication skills
Sensitivity to cultural issues and differences
Accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in International Studies, Social Sciences, Business, Education, Counseling, or a related field. International work outside of the United States, Immigration Officer, English Language Institute-ESL office experience, Student Services office experience.  Alternate Responsible Officer, Designated School Official.  Skills or proficiencies in international travel, short term program management, international foundation fundraising, and a foreign language capacity.

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