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Associate General Coordinator, International Affairs

Classification Information

International Affairs
International Affairs is responsible for serving the universitys international community, providing interpretation, and counseling to international students, employees and campus partners on visas and immigration laws, governmental regulations affecting immigration, social security, consular processing, and other statutory and regulatory rules to ensure compliance. May advise and provide counseling to students and others on matters pertaining to cross-cultural adjustment, academic, and financial concerns.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 1
Entry: These positions are not equivalent to support positions. Rather, these are professional roles which require limited experience when considering industry or field standards. Positions considered developmental level A/P faculty should be mapped to this level.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The Associate General Coordinator within International Affairs plays a key role in supporting the university’s international community by assisting with the administration of international student services, including advising on visas, immigration laws, and other compliance-related matters. This position works closely with senior staff to implement and manage various programs aimed at fostering cross-cultural understanding and assisting international students and faculty with the challenges of living and working in a foreign country. The role involves coordinating workflows, processing documentation, and ensuring compliance with government regulations regarding visas, social security, and consular processing. In addition to providing support with regulatory and procedural matters, the Associate General Coordinator also assists with day-to-day operations, such as managing incoming inquiries from international students and employees, troubleshooting issues related to cross-cultural adjustment, and offering guidance on academic and financial concerns. The role includes liaising with other departments and units to ensure that international students and staff have access to the resources and support necessary for their success at the university. The coordinator may also help in organizing workshops, orientations, and events designed to aid international community integration and provide educational opportunities. This position requires an individual contributor with a growing knowledge of international student services and the regulatory landscape surrounding visas and immigration. The Associate General Coordinator works with minimal supervision, while still collaborating with leadership to ensure the success of the International Affairs unit. The role is ideal for someone seeking to develop their expertise in international services while contributing to the smooth functioning of the university’s global community, ensuring that all stakeholders receive high-quality support and services.