Faculty and Scholar Advisor

Immigration and ComplianceManage J-1 exchange visitor operations as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for UT Austin's program, issuing and extending DS-2019s across research scholar, professor, short-term scholar, specialist, and student intern categoriesEnsure federal compliance for the University and individual scholars through timely, accurate processing of J-1 record updatesPrepare and file TN and E-3 immigration petitions in strict adherence to federal regulations and University policyNavigate H-1B petition requirements by completing prevailing wage determinations and filing labor condition applications while maintaining rigorous compliance with visa and labor regulationsCommunicate with federal agencies to ensure timely responses and compliance with all requests, requirements, and regulationsBuild expertise through strategic collaboration with team members on employment-based immigration policies and proceduresMaintain data integrity in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and internal databases, ensuring consistency and prompt updates across all systemsAdvising and SupportEmpower international faculty and scholars through authoritative guidance on complex U.S. immigration regulations, policies, and proceduresSupport successful transition and adjustment by providing comprehensive counseling on University life, U.S. cultural adaptation, finances, transportation, J-1 health insurance requirements, and status maintenancePartner with academic departments to develop strategic employment approaches for international faculty and scholarsEnhance service delivery by researching and resolving issues affecting ISSS operations while recommending improvements for efficiency and effectivenessCommunication and OutreachBuild bridges with academic departments, proactively sharing expertise on federal regulations and University policiesDesign and deliver impactful training workshops and informational sessions in collaboration with ISSS colleagues for the University communityCraft clear, compelling content for websites, presentations, and publications that effectively communicates complex information while maintaining Texas Global branding standardsTeam and Institutional SupportChampion ISSS and Texas Global priorities through active participation in strategic initiatives and community-building eventsDrive innovation through collaborative participation in staff meetings and working groups focused on enhancing service delivery and advancing the organization's missionFoster a sense of belonging by supporting and staffing programs that connect international students and scholars with each other and the greater University community

Created: 2026-03-07