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Faculty and Scholar Advisor

The University of Texas at Austin
flexible benefit account, sick time, tuition assistance, 403(b), retirement plan, employee discount
United States, Texas, Austin
101 East 27th Street (Show on map)
Feb 13, 2026
Job Posting Title: Faculty and Scholar Advisor ---- Hiring Department: Global Engagement ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS ---- Job Details: General Notes The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is one of the largest public universities in the United States and is the flagship of The University of Texas System. UT Austin enrolls more than 52,000 students studying in almost 120 bachelor's degree programs and more than 220 graduate programs across 18 colleges and schools. UT Austin is steadfastly committed to global engagement and is home to more than 5,600 international students and 1,500 international scholars from more than 130 countries, with more than 530,000 living alumni in 176 counties around the world. Texas Global advances UT Austin's academic mission by leading, supporting, and coordinating the university's international engagement efforts, fostering strategic partnerships on campus and abroad, welcoming a cadre of impressive international students and scholars to campus, and creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage with peers and institutions around the world. Texas Global is comprised of nine units, home to over 140 staff members, and continued growth of the organization is expected. Your skills will make a difference. You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of faculty and staff, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you're the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you'll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 7.75% employer matching funds Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card Purpose Serve as a vital bridge between the University's world-class global community and its international faculty and scholars, providing expert immigration guidance through International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS). Partner strategically with academic departments to navigate complex federal regulations, craft innovative employment solutions, and ensure every scholar's transition is smooth and compliant. This position reports to the assistant director for faculty and scholar services. Responsibilities Immigration and Compliance Manage 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 categories Ensure federal compliance for the University and individual scholars through timely, accurate processing of J-1 record updates Prepare and file TN and E-3 immigration petitions in strict adherence to federal regulations and University policy Navigate H-1B petition requirements by completing prevailing wage determinations and filing labor condition applications while maintaining rigorous compliance with visa and labor regulations Communicate with federal agencies to ensure timely responses and compliance with all requests, requirements, and regulations Build expertise through strategic collaboration with team members on employment-based immigration policies and procedures Maintain data integrity in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and internal databases, ensuring consistency and prompt updates across all systems Advising and Support Empower international faculty and scholars through authoritative guidance on complex U.S. immigration regulations, policies, and procedures Support successful transition and adjustment by providing comprehensive counseling on University life, U.S. cultural adaptation, finances, transportation, J-1 health insurance requirements, and status maintenance Partner with academic departments to develop strategic employment approaches for international faculty and scholars Enhance service delivery by researching and resolving issues affecting ISSS operations while recommending improvements for efficiency and effectiveness Communication and Outreach Build bridges with academic departments, proactively sharing expertise on federal regulations and University policies Design and deliver impactful training workshops and informational sessions in collaboration with ISSS colleagues for the University community Craft clear, compelling content for websites, presentations, and publications that effectively communicates complex information while maintaining Texas Global branding standards Team and Institutional Support Champion ISSS and Texas Global priorities through active participation in strategic initiatives and community-building events Drive innovation through collaborative participation in staff meetings and working groups focused on enhancing service delivery and advancing the organization's mission Foster a sense of belonging by supporting and staffing programs that connect international students and scholars with each other and the greater University community Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant international experience. Strong intercultural communication, professional communication, and public speaking skills. Excellent written communication and attention to detail. Demonstrated initiative, organizational skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively. Professional demeanor and commitment to high-quality customer service for faculty, staff, and external partners. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Due to federal database access requirements, only U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents may apply for this position. Preferred Qualifications Significant experience serving as an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) with working knowledge of J-1 immigration regulations and the Student and Exchange Visitor Program in a University context. Salary Range $55,000 Working Conditions Work in a shared office environment. Work around standard office conditions. This position is located in Austin, Texas. Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above. ---- Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval. ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. ---- Pay Transparency: The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. ---- Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university. ---- E-Verify: The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF] ---- Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.