International Student Advisor

your wings not only with what you know but also who you know? Let me offer up this opportunity to perform both all rolled into one. Supporting our international students new to the country or even those who’ve been here staying up to date with laws, regulations & all requirements for them to continue. You need to be eager to learn much of the position through your love of the written word. Being able to understand regulations & laws that are not in plain language will give you a leg up also. Understanding the confines to provide clarity and direction where solutions may be unclear, understanding the grey areas within while knowing how to navigate. Being culturally aware & keeping that at the forefront of your meetings will help you be successful. You can meet people from a far land with this position in more ways than one, so apply to start that cultural and educational trip! Job Summary Provides advising and information to international students and the community regarding F-1 immigration regulations and University policies and resources. Serves as the Designated School Official (DSO) in the updating of the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) database in compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations. Essential Functions Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and ensures compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rules and regulations. Advises students on federal, state and local requirements to maintain their status in the United States. Works with SEVIS and internal database to issue I-20s, process registrations, address updates, and student requests for employment. Monitors SEVIS alerts and communicates with students as needed. Coordinate with academic advisors to ensure international student enrollment and academic progress is in compliance with immigration regulations. Serve as a representative, advocate, and/or spokesperson for international students in dealing with other campus departments and community members. Job Duties This role provides a mixture of student advising, paperwork including follow-up as well as compliance checkpoints. Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent Two (2) years of experience in student services or related field Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills - Ability to explain complex policies, procedures, and academic requirements in clear, student-friendly language - Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences. - Ability to adapt to changing institutional and governmental priorities, policies, procedures, and technology - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and effectively prioritize and manage responsibilities - Ability to make sound, independent decisions when policies or guidance do not clearly address a situation -Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive -Demonstrates cross-cultural sensitivity. -Requires a U.S. citizen or permanent resident as require by law for this position. Additional Information: Applicants must meet the requirement of being a "U. S. Citizen" or a Lawful Permanent Residence because the position requires access to the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), a federal government database. Physical Requirements: Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments. Additional Physical Requirement: