Senior International Student Advisor - MSUAASF Range C (AA26156)
About The Position
The Senior International Student Advisor will serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) utilizing knowledge of federal F-1 immigration regulations to independently advise and educate international students, dependents, and academic departments on matters directly related to federal immigration regulations. This role involves exercising considerable independent judgment and discretion when officially representing MNSU, Mankato to the Department of Homeland Security (SEVP, USCIS, CBP, etc.) and the Department of State. The position will help formulate, implement, and maintain institutional policies, business procedures, and information systems that relate to F-1 international students. Additionally, the Senior International Student Advisor will make independent decisions when advising on academic support resources, adjustment issues, personal and family concerns, and emergency situations. They will develop, conduct, and evaluate educational presentations, workshops, programs, and activities related to immigration regulations and cultural adjustment. The Senior International Student Advisor also assists with orientation and Kearney International Center (KIC) events and programs. The position will participate in weekly meetings to ensure the KIC advising team is cohesive with advising techniques, up-to-date on university policies, and maintaining a strong understanding of current immigration regulations.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Counseling, International Education, Student Affairs or closely related field and minimum one academic year of F-1 immigration advising and experience as a Designated School Official (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.) OR, Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience as a Designated School Official.
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Federal regulations relating to F holders (Conferred on an official transcript at the time of application.)
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Experience working collaboratively with others and/or departments.
- Personal or professional experience in international or study abroad experience.
- Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Self-directed with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and balance competing priorities.
- Advising of international students in higher education setting.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) using knowledge of federal F-1 immigration regulations to advise and educate international students, dependents, and academic departments.
- Exercise independent judgment and discretion when representing MNSU, Mankato to the Department of Homeland Security and Department of State.
- Formulate, implement, and maintain institutional policies, business procedures, and information systems related to F-1 international students.
- Make independent decisions when advising on academic support resources, adjustment issues, personal and family concerns, and emergency situations.
- Develop, conduct, and evaluate educational presentations, workshops, programs, and activities related to immigration regulations and cultural adjustment.
- Assist with orientation and Kearney International Center (KIC) events and programs.
- Participate in weekly meetings to ensure KIC advising team cohesion, up-to-date knowledge of university policies, and strong understanding of current immigration regulations.
Benefits
- 11 paid Holidays
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
- a Pension Plan
- 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
- pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
- employer paid life insurance
- short and long term disability
- professional development
- a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
