International Student Success Coach

Broward College • Boulder, CO

4d • $62,158

About The Position

Under limited supervision, this position is to provide direct service and support to prospective, current and former international students through academic advisement and information regarding the College’s programs and services, admissions and registration, transcript evaluation, orientation, assessment of learning, facilitating student engagement in academic and career planning activities, student success skills, college policies and procedures, and student co- and extra-curricular activities offered at the College.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master's degree in Counseling or Education preferred. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
• Six years of relevant experience.
• Requires advanced knowledge of federal laws and regulations as established by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) pertaining to F and M students
• In-depth functional knowledge and expertise in area of specialization and general knowledge of related areas in the College
• Ability to perform complex administrative analysis with only general supervision
• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent coordination and communication skills used appropriately to influence the decision-making of individuals and groups at all levels in the College
• Ability to plan and manage own workflow, priorities and results accomplishment
• Requires the ability to present and disseminate data, with analysis, to various levels in the organization
• Requires advanced knowledge of the career pathways and all of the college’s programs of study
• Requires advanced knowledge of computerized systems and operating environments i.e. Microsoft Office Products and specialized computer systems
• Ability to interact and effectively communicate with employee and student populations

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Counseling or Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing comprehensive academic and career planning services for international students from the point of admission through graduation.
• Responsible for collecting, reviewing and assessing applications, and related documents for compliance and eligibility for admission.
• Reviews, prepares and maintains accurate and comprehensive student files for academic progress, success, retention, and to ensure deadlines are met for completing various coursework requirements, graduation requirements, and other specific program requirements.
• Assists the Senior Director, by providing lead assistance of daily functions to Admissions Processors, Admissions & Registration Specialists, Enrollment Services Officers and Transcript Evaluators.
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) assisting and overseeing enrolled F and M students to maintain their nonimmigrant status while attending Broward College.
• Schedules and monitors First Year Experience sessions and advising appointments, as applicable. Assists with updates and revisions to student services and academic affairs materials and multimedia presentations. Conducts/facilitates group advising and registration sessions for students.
• Reviews transcripts to ensure eligibility for admission to a specific college or program including unofficial evaluation of transfer credits and applicability of academic credit to program requirements. Monitors the receipt of all applicable official transcripts and collaborates with the transcript evaluators for the timely official evaluation of official transcripts.
• Identifies and delivers strategies for students to enhance the student experience and contribute to improved retention and graduation rates for Broward College students. Collaborates with all areas of Broward College to support a positive, engaged student experience.
• Coordinates and facilitates outreach activities in the areas of learning strategies, academic and career planning.
• Reviews caseload of students to determine if there are registration barriers prior to the opening of the next term’s registration period, communicates with students and departments as needed to resolve barriers prior to registration.
• Assists prospective students, applicants and parents to understand the education system in the United States and the international student application process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Winter and Spring Break Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level