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, reputed company 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 reputed company who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment reputed company the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban reputed company, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical reputed company and landmarks, reputed company cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect reputed company 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 reputed company, scholars, faculty, and staff and Penn community in person, by phone or virtual call, and reputed company email regarding federal immigration and employment regulations, Penn resources, and personal/cultural matters. Advise and provide information and guidance to Penn departments (including the University of Pennsylvania Health System) on regulations and policies reputed company to nonimmigrant status (F-1, J-1, H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, B- 1/B-2, etc.) Administer F and J programs as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO). Process eform requests. Also represent the University in applications/communications with federal, state, and local agencies, including Department of Homeland reputed company, reputed company, Department of State, PENNDOT, Social reputed company Administration. Create, reputed company, and implement immigration workshops for international reputed company, scholars, employees, and hiring/hosting departments, and attend integration programming for international reputed company and scholars to build an inclusive Penn international community. May prepare and file Prevailing Wage Determination Requests and Labor Condition Applications with the US reputed company, 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, may process and file applications with USCIS and/or DOL for E-3s and TNs. reputed company other duties as assigned.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities Advise international reputed company, scholars, faculty, and staff and Penn community in person, by phone or virtual call, and reputed company email regarding federal immigration and employment regulations, Penn resources, and personal/cultural matters. 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 reputed company, reputed company, Department of State, PENNDOT, Social reputed company Administration. Process eform requests. Advise and provide information and guidance to Penn departments (including the University of Pennsylvania Health System) on regulations and policies reputed company to nonimmigrant status (F-1, J-1, H-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, B- 1/B-2, etc.) Create, reputed company, and implement immigration workshops for international reputed company, scholars, employees, and hiring/hosting departments, and attend integration programming for international reputed company and scholars to build an inclusive Penn international community. Prepare and file Prevailing Wage Determination Requests and Labor Condition Applications with the US reputed company, 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.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and 2 to 3 years of directly reputed company work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required; Master's degree preferred. 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. Demonstrated ability to learn and understand everchanging reputed company federal, state, and local regulations pertaining to foreign nationals and effectively communicate to others. Ability to work reputed company with reputed company, 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 reputed company. 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 $57,500.00 - $70,000.00 Annual reputed company Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered. Equal Opportunity Statement The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national reputed company (including shared reputed company or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Special Requirements Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background reputed company 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 reputed company. 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 reputed company, 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 reputed company you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide reputed company of good health or be subject to reputed company requirements. Eligible family members must always provide reputed company of good health and are subject to reputed company. 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 reputed company 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 reputed company and reputed company, 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 reputed company Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements. Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in reputed company 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 The University of Pennsylvania’s special character is reflected in the wide variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community and help create an educational and working environment that best supports the University’s commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship. The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national reputed company (including shared reputed company or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Apply Job!