ADMIN MGR 1 (Director, Services for International Students and Scholars)

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Assistant Vice Provost, Global Affairs, directs Services for International Students and Scholars (SISS), a service unit that supports and provides services to international scholars, visitors and students, on Davis and Sacramento campus, including the UC Davis Medical Center. SISS provides information on matters related to a wide array of federal immigration and labor regulations, academic procedures, personal adjustment, and career development issues. Services are provided to international students, scholars (including ladder rank faculty), staff and their dependents, as well as campus colleges, schools, and departments that employ international scholars and staff.

POSITION INFORMATION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.

https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

• Attend overnight conferences out of town.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Additional Minimum License/Certification:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to be in compliance with U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Department of State regulations to function as the campus Responsible Officer (RO) and Principal Designated School Official (PDSO).

Minimum Education/Experience:

• Minimum of four years of experience working with federal agencies, faculty, staff and students in organizing, managing and providing services to international students, scholars and their dependents in the context of international education at a college or university.
• Experience understanding and managing highly regulated services in an environment of complex, and sometimes ambiguous, federal laws and regulations where the consequences for error can result in significant loss of research and teaching mission objectives.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal immigration policies and regulations, and U.S. Department of State policies and procedures relevant to international students and scholars.
• Progressively responsible leadership experience in areas of administrative resource management, including human resources, budget and finance, technology, facilities planning and administration, policy development and organizational problem solving.
• Strategic planning and program evaluation experience to provide sound recommendations and examine work processes and organizational structures for development or revision to accommodate change requirements.
• Experience setting goals and objectives, developing quantifiable measurements, motivating and managing others, and prioritizing workload to meet strict deadlines and requirements.
• Supervisory experience and skills to recruit, train, evaluate, coach, mentor and motivate staff.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Graduate degree.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

• Ability to stay informed of campus, national, and international trends and changes related to the wellbeing of international students and scholars, and to clearly communicate relevant information to appropriate audiences.
• Ability to represent SISS on campus and to the wider public.
• Ability to contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience and to support and advance the campus Principles of Community in all activities; ability to abide by the UC Statement of Ethical Values and Standards of Ethical Conduct.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The University of California has implemented a SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination Policy (ucop.edu) covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, employees must submit proof of vaccination or a University-approved exception or deferral.

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.