International Admissions Specialist

Academy of Art University•Bentonville, AR

3d•Remote

About The Position

Academy of Art University offers a rewarding employment experience for those who excel in a dynamic environment and who can consistently deliver high-caliber customer service. We thrive on ingenuity and pursue ideas every day that lead to extraordinary opportunities for tomorrow. Apply here for your next career! Discover an exciting career in one of the most innovative higher art education institutions in the country. Each and every individual in our organization plays an important role, and every single person is essential to the cultivation and success of our graduates. Whether part of the Admissions or Marketing teams, the mission is the same: to inspire, motivate, and engage students in pursuing their creative dreams. Reporting to the Director, International Admissions & Partnerships, the International Admissions Specialist is responsible for consistently enrolling, registering, and maintaining relationships with potential international students to provide them with an excellent admissions experience. This fully remote opportunity is ideal for goal-oriented individuals that are focused on outcomes, and possess the ability to effectively move people.

Requirements

A positive attitude, high energy and a personable approach
Designated School Official status highly preferred
Strong desire to learn and ability to excel during the initial training period
Strong time management and organizational skills
Excellent verbal/ written communication and interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills including exceptional and proven listening skills
High adaptability and positive engagement with diverse populations
Excellent time management and organizational skills
A Bachelor’s degree - is preferred
Bilingual speaking ability is a plus but not a must
Flexibility to work hours between 8 AM - 5 PM or 9 AM -6 PM Monday - Friday

Responsibilities

Discuss enrollment via phone, and email, and interact in limited face-to-face conversations, with international prospects in Asia and other countries and assist them in becoming onsite registered students at the Academy of Art University
Inspire, motivate, and engage prospective students and families through various communication channels
Manage all entering undergraduate and graduate international applications for all school enrollment semesters, coding the process in the appropriate information system
Assist students in completing the application process, coordinating the processing of the USCIS form, and I-20, and also, the receipt of official school transcripts, financial documents, and any other required documents so that the I-20 form can be processed quickly
As the Designated School Official (DSO) authorize and and manage records in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and advise nonimmigrant students
Serve as the primary contact for international student immigration status, travel, and employment authorization
Educate and advise international students on USCIS rules and regulations pertaining to I-20/F-1 status
Work closely with the Housing Department, Academic departments, Student Services, University Resource Center, ESL Department, Accounts Receivable, Graduate School, Records, Campus Tour Department, Student Activities, Business Services, and IT, to facilitate the new student’s successful enrollment
Interact professionally with a wide array of people including prospects, applicants, students, parents and/or relatives, and staff
Assist with and participate in the International Student Check-In/Orientation as needed
Be highly organized, present a professional image, understand and demonstrate strong time management skills, possess a strong work ethic and good customer service, and be able to discuss not only the philosophy of learning at the Academy of Art University but also the academic and support programs offered to international students
Be reliable, responsible, and a team player so that the international team can reach its goals
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