Inside Higher Ed
Immigration Specialist I – Inside Higher Ed
Job No:
536834 |
Work Type:
Full Time |
Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) |
Expected Salary:
$20.00 – $22.00 per hour |
Applications Close:
24 October 2025
Responsibilities
Process initial I‑20 forms for newly admitted international students and ensure accuracy in immigration documents filed with USCIS.
Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and International Student Adviser (ISA) for the international student population.
Liaise with USCIS, ICE, CBP, and UF departments to maintain compliance with SEVIS reporting requirements.
Advise UF faculty, staff, and departments to resolve immigration and employment eligibility issues for international students.
Organize and present workshops on I‑20 processing, immigration rules, and regulations for UF departments and students.
Assist Data Management Coordinator in monitoring alert lists and providing data for surveys and reports.
Liaise with campus offices to smooth procedures for processing newly admitted international students and monitor UF compliance with federal regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Eligibility to serve as a Designated School Official.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree.
FERPA training.
Experience
Experience with immigration regulations.
Experience with UF rules and regulations.
Knowledge
F‑1 Visa status regulations governed by SEVP, ICE, DHS; SEVIS.
Skills
Detail‑Oriented, Effective Communicator, Culturally Sensitive, Empathetic, Resourceful, Organized, Technologically Proficient, Adaptable, Reliable.
Special Instructions To Applicants In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and three professional references.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required No
EEO Statement The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD).
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/536834
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536834 |
Work Type:
Full Time |
Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) |
Expected Salary:
$20.00 – $22.00 per hour |
Applications Close:
24 October 2025
Responsibilities
Process initial I‑20 forms for newly admitted international students and ensure accuracy in immigration documents filed with USCIS.
Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and International Student Adviser (ISA) for the international student population.
Liaise with USCIS, ICE, CBP, and UF departments to maintain compliance with SEVIS reporting requirements.
Advise UF faculty, staff, and departments to resolve immigration and employment eligibility issues for international students.
Organize and present workshops on I‑20 processing, immigration rules, and regulations for UF departments and students.
Assist Data Management Coordinator in monitoring alert lists and providing data for surveys and reports.
Liaise with campus offices to smooth procedures for processing newly admitted international students and monitor UF compliance with federal regulations.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Eligibility to serve as a Designated School Official.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s degree.
FERPA training.
Experience
Experience with immigration regulations.
Experience with UF rules and regulations.
Knowledge
F‑1 Visa status regulations governed by SEVP, ICE, DHS; SEVIS.
Skills
Detail‑Oriented, Effective Communicator, Culturally Sensitive, Empathetic, Resourceful, Organized, Technologically Proficient, Adaptable, Reliable.
Special Instructions To Applicants In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and three professional references.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required No
EEO Statement The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD).
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/536834
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