Immigration Advisor

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Immigration Advisor

Posting Number: 2026766

Location: San Marcos

Department: International Affairs

Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting

Job Type: Full-Time

Monthly Salary: $4,002 - $4,120

Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Experience advising students in a university context.
• Experience researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations.
• F1 immigration regulations
• Demonstrated effective communication skills with attention todetail.
• Knowledge of the Terra Dotta database
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to work in a fast pace and complex environment.
• Experience with HE software and platforms such as Microsoft Suite and Dynamic Forms.
• Data management and analytics.
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree

Job Description:

The Immigration Advisor, DSO, provides immigration advising and regulatory support to F-1 students on Pre-Completion OPT,Post-Completion OPT, and STEM OPT, ensuring compliance with SEVPand DHS regulations. The role issues OPT/STEM OPT I-20recommendations, maintains accurate SEVIS records, monitors employment reporting and eligibility requirements, and advises students and employers on work authorization, status maintenance,and Form I-983 compliance. It also processes OPT/STEM OPT requests,conducts workshops and outreach, and supports institutional compliance with federal immigration regulations.

This role reportsto the Senior Immigration Advisor.

Job Duties:

• Advise F-1 students on eligibility, application procedures, and timelines for Post-Completion OPT and STEM OPT extensions
• Conduct individual and group advising sessions on employment authorization regulations, reporting requirements, and travel considerations
• Provide guidance on maintaining lawful F-1 status during post-completion employment periods
• Educate students and employers on STEM OPT training plan (FormI-983) requirements
• Issue OPT and STEM OPT I-20 recommendations in compliance withDHS and SEVP regulations
• Update and maintain accurate student records in SEVIS
• Monitor employment reporting, unemployment limits, and validation requirements for OPT/STEM OPT participants
• Ensure institutional compliance with federal immigration reporting standards
• Review and process OPT and STEM OPT requests, including I-765support documentation
• Verify eligibility and supporting documentation forpost-completion work authorization
• Track deadlines and ensure timely submission of required SEVISupdates and reports
• Coordinate with other DSOs and ISSS staff to maintain workflow efficiency
• Communicate with employers regarding STEM OPT training plan requirements and compliance expectations
• Collaborate with on-campus departments to support experiential learning pathways
• Conduct workshops, orientations, and presentations on OPT/STEMOPT processes
• Develop informational materials and digital resources for students and advisors
• Stay current on federal immigration policy updates affecting F-1employment authorization
• Participate in orientation programs, workshops, and informational sessions to help international students understand and comply with immigration rules and regulations.

Job Open Date: 09/01/2026

Job Close Date: 09/09/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy ofnon-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age,marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records,employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete theForm I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

About Texas State and San Marcos:

Texas State University is a emerging research institution locatedin the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful

Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing…