International Student Support & Engagement Specialist

The Center for International Education at Madison College is seeking an International Student Support and Engagement Specialist to join the team in a Limited Term Employment (LTE) position. This position provides comprehensive support to international students by advising on F-1 visa regulations, managing international admissions processes, and developing programming that promotes cross-cultural engagement, global citizenship, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Success in this role requires knowledge of F-1 visa regulations, international admissions processes, student advising, case management, and institutional support systems, in addition to developing, coordinating, and facilitating campus wide programming initiatives.

The International Student Support and Engagement Specialist serves as a Designated School Official, ensuring compliance with federal visa requirements while supporting international students before arrival, during enrollment, and after program completion. This position also supports application workflows, reviews visa authorization requests, prepares communications, and identifies process improvements to strengthen the international student experience.

The International Student Support and Engagement Specialist works collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and community partners to provide guidance on international student needs, promote cross-cultural understanding, and enhance the college’s ability to serve a diverse student population.

Schedule: This is a 1-year LTE position working 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year. Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm. This position will be onsite for the first 8-12 weeks, with the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule thereafter. The hybrid work option is subject to change in accordance with Madison College policy.

Expected Progression: This position includes an expected progression plan. Upon meeting departmental criteria, you will be eligible to receive a $1.00 per hour increase.

Benefits: Madison College provides a generous benefits package of vacation, holidays, health/vision/dental/life insurance options, and you will be able to participate in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree and equivalent relevant work experience. Experience used as an equivalent of an educational requirement is in addition to any experience required by the position.

Work Experience:

• 2-4 years of relevant & related work experience.
• Ability to attain Designated School Official (DSO) standing in SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System). Per federal regulation, a SEVIS DSO must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

This position does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.