INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADVISOR, International Students and Scholars Office

Boston University • Boston, MA

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About The Position

The International Student Advisor at Boston University plays a crucial role in supporting approximately 1,200 nonimmigrant international students and their families. This position involves advising students on immigration status, benefits, and regulatory requirements while serving as a liaison to various academic departments. The advisor is responsible for processing F-1 and J-1 visa applications, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and providing outreach services and workshops to enhance the student experience.

Requirements

• BA/BS required; Graduate degree preferred in intercultural communication, international relations, or advising.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in foreign student or scholar advising.
• Knowledge of SEVIS and student immigration regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to manage complex immigration cases.
• Superior communication skills to educate students and faculty on nonimmigrant regulations.
• Ability to interpret and follow complex government regulations for non-native English speakers.
• Experience in maintaining detailed immigration records and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Patience and professionalism when advising students in crisis situations.
• Ability to facilitate cross-cultural training and deliver effective group presentations.
• Adherence to compliance policies and sensitivity to confidential material.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and advise a caseload of approximately 1,200 nonimmigrant international students and their families regarding immigration status and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as Designated School Official for F-1 students and Alternate Responsible Officer for J-1 students, performing necessary immigration processing.
• Monitor data and report immigration-related events as mandated by federal regulations.
• Provide advanced immigration-related advice to faculty and administrators regarding international student regulations.
• Conduct outreach services and workshops for students, faculty, and administrators.
• Maintain expertise in electronic systems and databases for recording and reporting immigration data.
• Perform detailed data reconciliation to ensure accuracy in immigration records.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of academic programs and relevant policies to apply immigration regulations effectively.
• Communicate with SEVIS Help Desk to resolve data issues.
• Contribute to the analysis and development of policies and procedures for the student advising team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree