International Student Advisor, International Programs Office (2926)

Idaho State University•Pocatello, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will serve as an immigration advisor to international students and serves as a Designated School Official (DSO). Completes immigration paperwork as well as issue, file and monitor immigration documents and applications. Responsible for updating student records in the federal government SEVIS system using ISSM for batch submissions to the SEVIS database; ensures the university’s continuing compliance with SEVIS reporting requirements and other federal reporting requirements. This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least one (1) year working within in a higher education setting.
Ability to serve as a Designated School Official (DSO).
Per Federal regulations governing F-1 and J-1 visa program sponsors, candidate must be a US citizen or permanent resident.
Working knowledge of F-1 and J-1 federal regulations.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Demonstrated experience recognizing political ramification and/or consequences of situations related to self, and/or institution. Analyzing the impact of actions and situations and to use good judgement in responding and or referring or consulting with others.
Must be able to function independently, be motivated, and show good judgment in leadership and conflict resolution skills.
Ability to model professional behavior, enlist others in a common vision; provide innovative ideas and facilitate collaboration.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree and at least three (3) years working within an academic setting in the area of international immigration advising.
One (1) year of experience as a Designated School Official (DSO).
Experience utilizing Ellucian Banner, Slate and ISSM databases.
Expertise in the use of the federal SEVIS database.

Responsibilities

Serve as an advisor, advising and assisting international students regarding F-1 and J-1 immigration requirements, and prepare appropriate federal documents for work authorization and visa related requests.
Advise students on the U.S. immigration, laws, and regulations that impact their enrollment and continued stay in the United States.
Process I-20 and DS-2019 applications for new and continuing international students and ensure applications materials meet the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requirements.
Advise students on how to maintain enrollment status as per immigration regulations, and assist students in filing applications with DHS.
Verify student enrollment, enters/updates immigration information to student database (ISSM).
Maintains I-20 and DS-2019 forms and documentations used by the International Programs Office to assist students with applications and immigration issues.
Stay informed of current immigration regulations and requirements and maintains professional knowledge of international regulatory policies affecting Idaho State University students and community.
Functions as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the university’s F and J programs.
Represents the office at various meetings and serve on inter-office committees or teams in collaborative efforts as required.
Advise international student organizations.
Plans and delivers various workshops throughout the year.
Coordinates cultural and social events and services to assist new students upon their arrival to Pocatello and Idaho State University.
Assist with coordination of international student orientation for each semester.
Tracks students’ admission and the whereabouts of former international students.
Tracks and report enrollment numbers and all other international student data each semester.
Other duties as assigned, maintains confidentiality as appropriate.