Senior International Faculty and Scholar Advisor

Job Posting

Title:

Senior International Faculty and Scholar Advisor

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- Hiring Department:

Global Engagement

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- Position Open To:

All Applicants

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- Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

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- FLSA Status:

Exempt

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- Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

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- Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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- Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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- Job Details:

General Notes

The University's 19 colleges and schools enroll over 53,000 students and rank among the top 10 public universities in the U.S. Texas Global is the university's global engagement arm and a recognized leader in international education, based on the success of the programs we deliver and the number of individuals we support. We serve more than 9,000 international students and scholars, as well as more than 4,600 students on education abroad programs annually.

Texas Global advances UT Austin's academic mission by leading, supporting, and coordinating the university's international engagement efforts, fostering strategic partnerships on campus and abroad, welcoming a cadre of impressive international students and scholars to campus, and creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage with peers and institutions around the world. Texas Global is comprised of nine units, home to over 140 staff members, and continued growth of the organization is expected.

Your skills will make a difference. You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of faculty and staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you're the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you'll like working in our department and for UT Austin.

UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

* Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)

* Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options

* Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

* Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds

* Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs:
Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)

* Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

* Robust free training access through Linked In Learning plus professional conference opportunities

* Tuition assistance

* Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets

* Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff

* Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin Cap Metro buses with staff

Purpose

The Senior International Faculty and Scholar Advisor plays a critical role in The University of Texas at Austin's ability to recruit and retain world-class international talent. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Faculty and Scholar Services, this position provides expert guidance on complex U.S. immigration regulations and manages employment-based visa processes, including I-140, I-129, and PERM applications. The advisor partners strategically with academic departments to develop immigration solutions while ensuring institutional compliance with federal requirements.

Responsibilities

Immigration Casework and Compliance

* Prepare and submit employment-based immigration petitions (e.g., I-140, I-129) that enable the University to secure and retain top international talent through U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

* File Labor Condition Applications (LCAs), Prevailing Wage Determinations, and PERM applications with the U.S. Department of Labor, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

* Collaborate with University departments to obtain necessary documents, draft supporting documentation, and review letters for petition filings.

* Utilize immigration case management systems, SEVIS, USCIS and DOL online portals, and University databases to process petitions efficiently, maintain comprehensive records, and track case progress.

* Communicate proactively with federal agencies to ensure timely responses and full compliance with all requests, requirements, and regulations.

* Serve as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the J-1 Exchange…