The International Student Advisor is responsible for immigration processing, SEVIS compliance, student advising and works as part of a team to provide high-quality support services to international students.
Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) for the F Program and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the J Program.
Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of incoming international student immigration processing and communication.
Assist with SEVIS compliance through the upkeep of Terra Dotta ISSS.
Assist with international student advising and request processing (travel signatures, employment) based on F/J student regulatory experience.
Assist with special projects, initiatives, and events to support other areas within the Glavin Office as needed.
Assume additional responsibilities as required.
Bachelor’s degree
Must be U.S. Citizen or Lawful U.S. Permanent Resident to meet federal regulatory requirements for professional practice as a Designated School Official (DSO) or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).
Must have a minimum of 1-3 years in higher education with preference for international student/scholar services or related experience.
Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural and international community.
Must have strong technology skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite/365.
Demonstrated excellence in attention to detail; ability to adhere to instructions and written guidelines to ensure accuracy and consistency in following office protocols.
Ability to work with ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse students, staff, and faculty.
Ability to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks that support ET&A; take thoughtful risks; and accept new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.
Ability to anticipate and embrace change; demonstrate willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.
Must be a team player with ability to take initiative and complete tasks with minimal supervision
Knowledge of F/J immigration regulations and experience with SEVIS and SEVIS batch processing software such as Terra Dotta ISSS preferred.
Master’s degree with international focus or relevant field preferred.
Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees working at least 28 hours per week.
Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits.
Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year.
President’s holidays are determined each year.
Retirement: Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.