DESCRIPTION:

Under the direction of the Executive Director of the Office of International Programs the Associate Director, Transfer Advising, serves an important role in providing services for international students to support their successful enrollment and progress toward reaching their goals. This person is a leader of the college¿s transfer advising services for international students and is a member of a dynamic advising team that is passionate about student success.

This role supports the College's mission of teaching, learning and community through student immigration, transfer and academic advising. This role plans and implements transfer activities including transfer fairs, university visits to campus, and workshops. This role also actively participates in other student support services including activities, orientation, and workshops.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• University Transfer Advising, including researching universities¿ admission requirements and application policies, working in tandem w/ students in creating a complete academic road map (with specific course loads and university application tasks for every quarter a student is enrolled), and reviewing transcripts
• Serve as SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO) and provide complex immigration-related advising pertaining to obtaining and maintenance of F-1 student non-immigrant status, including course load requirements, employment, travel and reinstatement of status.
• Manage partnerships with university partners, including creating and updating university transfer agreements
• Register new students into courses based on program of study and English and math placements
• Plan and lead biannual transfer fairs
• Create and lead workshop sessions for international students on transfer advising and other advising topics
• Participate in quarterly New Student Orientation activities, including leading workshops
• Disseminate transfer advising information to OIP team and college community, may include training other staff members
• As part of a dynamic and multifaceted team, fill in and collaborate with other OIP service areas when needed

This is an exempt position that reports to the Executive Director of the Office of International Programs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor¿s degree OR equivalent combination of relevant educational and work experience
• One year of advising in college student services setting
• Knowledge of university transfer processes
• Demonstrated ability and experience related to equity, inclusion, and multicultural proficiency that supports the College¿s commitment to advancing the creation of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive campus climate
• Excellent written, oral, listening and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to use and learn new technologies
• Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident to serve as a Designated School Official

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA or MS degree
• Experience leading workshops and information sessions
• Professional experience working with non-immigrant F 1 visa holders and immigration matters
• Experience as SEVIS DSO
• Experience living, studying and/or working abroad

PHYSICAL WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is typically performed in an office setting, and onsite/in-person. Work is generally stationary, sitting down with students or in front of the computer for most of the day. Other physical activity includes walking to the lobby to greet students and standing for extended periods of time during orientations, workshops, or class presentations. Some evening and weekend work may be required for special events.

COMPENSATION:

WORK SCHEDULE:

FLSA Status:

• You must document your citizenship or employment authorization within three days of hire.
• Criminal background check. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant¿s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• All new positions are contingent upon funding.
• At this time, Edmonds College does not sponsor H1-B Visas.
• Complete, sign, and submit Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct

APPLICATION PROCEDURES AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

• Cover Letter addressing how you meet the stated qualifications for the position
• Current resume.
• Names and contact information for three references.
• For veterans¿ preference, please scan and attach your DD214, Member-4 Form.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

Established in 1967, Edmonds College is a public, four-year, state college. It focuses on academic excellence, student success, and community engagement, which reflect the three aspects of its mission: Teaching | Learning | Community. It serves about 20,000 students annually, including more than 1,000 international students from more than 60 countries. The college offers nearly 70 associate degrees and 60 professional certificates in about 30 programs of study. Its highest enrolled programs are the Associate of Arts/Associate of Science degrees, Paralegal, Allied Health (pre-nursing degree), Business/Accounting, Construction Management, and Culinary Arts. The college is located in the center of the growing south Snohomish County communities of Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Brier, Mill Creek, Mukilteo, and Woodway. For more information, visit www.edmonds.edu.

EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

The college provides equal opportunity in education and in employment per state and federal law. The college prohibits discrimination against any person due to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (gender), disability, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For questions about our nondiscrimination policy or gender equality and athletic teams, call our Title IX Compliance Officer 425.640.1814.

JEANNE CLERY STATEMENT:

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of Edmonds College¿s commitment to safety and security on campus, the College reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Edmonds College¿s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.edmonds.edu/student-services/campus-safety-and-emergency-preparedness/clery-act/default.html.