International Scholar and Faculty Advisor

Proposed Start Date 12/16/2026 Classification Title Advising and Student Services Rank N
- No Rank Working Title International Scholar and Faculty Advisor Department 200840 - INT Int'l Student/Faculty Services Position Number D95371 Representation AU - AAUP Renewable Renewable End date, if applicable Position FTE 1 Tenure Status F
- Fixed Term

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action - in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands-on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 22,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree-lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state-of-the-art science labs. We are proud of our world-class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

Serves as the Responsible Officer for Portland State University’s J-1 Exchange Visitor Program, ensuring university compliance with Department of State J-1 regulations and lead advisor for J-1 student/scholar advising team.

Carries primary responsibility for managing the preparation and submission of employment-based immigration applications on behalf of the university, including H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3 and other categories as needed. Files Labor Condition Applications and other DOL attestations on behalf of the university. Manages permanent residence cases and acts as coordinator between the university and assigned attorneys.

Advises and supports departments and administrative offices on the employment of foreign nationals including visa selection and other special topics involved in bringing foreign nationals to the University.

Collaborates with the Director on developing and setting policy for the university with respect to the appointment of international faculty and visiting scholars.

Responsible for keeping the university (particularly OISSS colleagues, Office of General Counsel, OAA and HR) apprised of changes to the immigration regulations and the challenges they may present to existing programs and processes.

Works in close collaboration with the Director of OISSS, the J student and scholar advising teams and OISSS staff, academic departments and administrative offices, and OGEI. Sets goals and develops plans to implement assigned duties and responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 or more years of professional experience or Master’s degree and 4 or more years of professional experience. In-depth knowledge and expertise in U.S. immigration law and practice for international students, visiting scholars and employees, preferably in a higher education setting; experience in program support and personal advising; ability to independently solve problems and complex cases for the university and scholar population.
• Expert knowledge of Department of Homeland Security, Department of State and Department of Labor regulations and procedures pertaining to J, H-IB, TN, B-l/B-2 visa classifications and Lawful Permanent Residence, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Knowledge and understanding of how federal regulations and university policies intersect as well as how to apply this knowledge to complex and often ambiguous situations involving international faculty.
• Practical experience working with immigration regulations and visa application processes preferably in the…