ISSS Advisor

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title
ISSS Advisor

Job Profile Title
Advisor International Programs

Job Description Summary
The ISSS Advisor advises international students, scholars, faculty, and staff on federal immigration and employment regulations, university resources, and personal/cultural matters. The ISSS advisor creates, revises, and reviews written communications, including handouts, forms, web pages, social media posts and letters related to advising and programs.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Advise international students, scholars, faculty, and staff and Penn community in person, by phone or virtual call, and via email regarding federal immigration and employment regulations, Penn resources, and personal/cultural matters.
  
• Prepare and file Prevailing Wage Determination Requests and Labor Condition Applications with the US Department of Labor, and I-129s with US Citizenship and Immigration Services, including any follow-up, tracking, and responding to time-sensitive audits and requests for (additional) evidence. In addition to H-1Bs, process and file applications with USCIS and/or DOL for E-3s and TNs.
  
• Administer F and J programs as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO). Also represent the University in applications/communications with federal, state, and local agencies, including Department of Homeland Security, Department of Labor, Department of State, PENNDOT, Social Security Administration. Process eform requests.
  
• Advise and provide information and guidance to Penn departments (including the University of Pennsylvania Health System) on regulations and policies related to nonimmigrant status (F-1, J-1, H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, B-1/B-2, etc.)
  
• Create, develop, and implement immigration workshops for international students, scholars, employees, and hiring/hosting departments, and attend integration programming for international students and scholars to build an inclusive Penn international community.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts and 2 to 3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
  
• Masters degree preferred.
  
• Two to three years' experience of directly related work experience.
  
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience working with SEVIS and immigration regulations pertaining to F-1, J-1, H-1B, Permanent Residence, TN, E-3, O-1, B-1/B-2, etc or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Demonstrated ability to learn and understand everchanging complex federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to foreign nationals and effectively communicate to others.
  
• Ability to work efficiently with students, faculty, university administrators, and government officials.
  
• Excellent customer service skills, and interpersonal and written communication skills.
  
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  
• Ability to multitask, meet urgent deadlines, and adapt to changing demands and priorities.
  
• Ability to work independently as well as contribute and collaborate effectively as a member of a team.
  
• U.S. federal regulations require an ARO and DSO to be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident.
  
• Experience with employment-based immigrant petitions desired.
  
  

Application Requirement

• A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.
  

Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
Penn Global

Pay Range
$43,919.00 - $63,000.00 Annual Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
  
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
  
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
  
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.
  
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
  
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
  
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
  
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
  
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
  
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
  
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
  
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.
  

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay


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