Principal Designated School Official; PDSO - Hybrid - Sandy Springs, GA

Designated School Official (DSO) - Hybrid - Sandy Springs, GA

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Aspen Group, Inc is an education technology holding company that leverages its infrastructure and expertise to allow its two universities, Aspen University and United States University, to deliver on the vision of making college accessible and affordable.
United States University, Inc. is looking for a Designated School Official (DSO). The schedule is full‑time and hybrid, requiring a minimum of two days on‑site in the Sandy Springs, GA area.

The Designated School Official (DSO) ensures institutional compliance with SEVP regulations while providing comprehensive support to international students. This role manages SEVIS records, issues and updates Form I‑20 entries, monitors status changes, and advises students on maintaining status, program changes, employment eligibility, and travel. The DSO serves as the primary campus liaison with SEVP, DHS, and immigration authorities, leads orientation sessions, and verifies eligibility for practical training programs (OPT/CPT).

• Provide support to international students on issues related to their educational journey, including coursework and OPT/CPT eligibility.
• Provide positive intervention in areas where students need support throughout their degree program.
• Act as a liaison between students and faculty, when necessary.

• Issue and update Form I‑20 entries in SEVIS.
• Monitor and report student status changes (enrollment, program changes, leaves, transfers, departures, or terminations).
• Maintain accurate SEVIS records and meet reporting deadlines per SEVP regulations.
• Advise students on maintaining status, course loads, program changes, employment eligibility, OPT, CPT, and travel.
• Guide students through visa applications, renewals, and changes.
• Ensure institutional compliance with SEVP certification and federal regulations.
• Serve as the main campus contact for SEVP, DHS, and immigration authorities.
• Develop and lead orientation sessions for incoming and current international students.
• Advise and verify student eligibility for Optional Practical Training (OPT) and Curricular Practical Training (CPT).
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Strong understanding of CFR 8 214.3 regulations and SEVP policy guidance.

• Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution of higher education.
• 1-3 years of experience as a DSO or in an advising role.

• Previous experience in international student services, student advising, or related fields preferred.
• Familiarity with immigration documentation and compliance processes preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, government agencies, and student-led organizations.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Effective communication skills to support interaction with students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds regarding financial aid program requirements and procedures.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Proficiency in using administration software, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, and e‑mail.
• Ability to perform business math computations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate service delivery methods and techniques.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Skilled in the preparation of a variety of correspondence.
• Ability to plan and organize work and meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member.
• Ability to work effectively and independently under pressure and meet deadlines.

This job is hybrid. Employees must have a designated, private, quiet workspace when working remotely. Remote employees are expected to be on camera for meetings and training sessions. Employees are responsible for abiding by all FERPA privacy laws…