"International Student Program Coordinator"

Job Description

International Student Program Coordinator

Wright State University

EEO Statement: Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title: International Student Program Coordinator

Job Category: Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)

Department: Center for International Education

EEO number: 25P335

Position FTE: 100%

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: $43,888

Salary Band: UC S03

Job Summary/Basic Function
The primary purpose of this position is to provide immigration support and retention of international students. Provide management for international student retention and student success, co-curricular programming such as workshops, cross-cultural programming (which increase interaction between domestic and international students), and new student orientation/adaptation to campus life. Advise international students on immigration regulations and serve as University Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer for the US Department of Homeland Security and US Department of State.

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree and at least one-year related experience which can include graduate assistantships, internships, and the equivalent part time.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent internet and Microsoft Office skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree.
Three years' experience in higher education institution.
Experience with international students.
Working knowledge of Banner.
Experience coordinating events and/or workshops.

Essential Functions and percent of time
20% Immigration Processing Support Primary Designated School Official (DSO) to process immigration documents including travel requests, major changes, and other F-1 and J-1 visa processing.

20% I-20 Issuance Act as DSO issuing I-20s for admission purposes.

10% CPT and OPT Processing Act as DSO processing and reporting for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT).

20% Cross-cultural programming, Retention, Student Success
Encourage and facilitate opportunities for increased student interaction between domestic and international students. Coordinate all student events including Co-Curricular Workshops, Convo Club, Coffee Hours, cultural events, and International Education Week. Plan and collaborate to organize off campus trips to various events. Manage the host family program to connect international students with local American families.

25% New student support services
Plan and implement International Student Orientation program each term including preparing pre-arrival information for the website and presenting orientations sessions and activities. Provide extended orientation program to give students the tools to success at WSU. Collect data on student satisfaction with various services on campus including pre-departure and new student surveys. Supervise airport pickups and immigration check-in. Coordinate housing for all international students.

5% Other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions
Occasional evening or weekend hours. To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources. Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

First Consideration Date: 08/16/2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.wright.edu/postings/21314