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General Supervisor, 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.
Management / Leadership
Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.
Level 1
Supervisor: Supervises experienced administrative, operative, and/or technical roles. Coordinates schedules and workflow for the team. Focuses on team completion of assignments and is responsible for ensuring the orientation and training of employees.
G - General Administration
Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Supervisor in International Affairs is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the department, ensuring that the needs of the university’s international community are met in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This position supervises a team of experienced administrative, operative, and/or technical staff, managing workflows, schedules, and team performance to ensure efficient delivery of services. The supervisor will provide guidance and support to staff members in interpreting and advising on visa and immigration laws, government regulations affecting immigration and social security, and other aspects of international program procedures. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory rules, providing cross-cultural adjustment support to international students and staff, and addressing academic, financial, and other concerns as they arise. The General Supervisor will also manage the orientation and training of new team members, facilitate performance evaluations, and oversee day-to-day administrative tasks. The position requires strong leadership skills, the ability to handle complex regulatory and interpersonal matters, and the capacity to make strategic decisions to support the university’s international initiatives. In this role, the supervisor will maintain a focus on long-term goal setting for the team while ensuring immediate team productivity and maintaining high-quality service standards for the international community.