International Student Advisor​/DSO

Description General Purpose

The International Student Advisor/DSO executes routine SEVIS operations and provides advising to the international student population.

• Review international student enrollment applications ensuring all federal requirements are met to issue form I-20s.
• Issue and distribute form I-20s for initial and active records quarterly.
• Register students who have met enrollment requirements each term in SEVIS.
• Provide F-1 immigration advising and personal advising on issues beyond F-1 status related matters.
• Issue verification letters such as good standing letter, enrollment verification letter, etc.
• Review and authorize benefits request such as travel endorsement.
• Provide student resources regarding medical insurance, housing, mental health care, translation, etc.
• Conduct weekly student checks ins with emails and calls.
• Maintain data reports on enrollment, USCIS applications, and operational statistics.
• Other tasks as assigned.

• High accuracy skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to speak and write clearly and persuasively.

• Knowledge of foreign language preferred.
• Associates degree required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
• US Citizen or permanent resident as required by Federal Regulations.
• One year experience in international admissions, higher education, or internal student services are required.

• Lift 40 lbs. maximum, bend, stretch, stand for extended periods of time; climb stairs.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Pre-tax amount for Transport