International Student Advisor

**This is an on-site position. Remote workers will NOT be considered.**

Job Description

• Serve as official liaison to federal government agencies as a Designated School Official (DSO)
• Monitors regulatory updated and apply necessary change to operations, forms and advisement to maintain compliance
• Proactively monitors and evaluates data in SEVIS and Informer database systems to identify issues needing resolution prior to data submission
• Carry out all delegated international student advising process (from issuance, educational information, travel and immigration advise, review and verification of data, authorization or recommendation of appropriate benefits, employment), under the supervision and direction of ISSS leadership
• Advise Faculty, Advisors, and Department Personnel (Graduate Secretaries, Personnel Coordinators) in matters related to international student or scholar processing, eligibility requirements, process issues, and opportunities
• Liaise with SEVIS Helpdesk and the USCIS Service Centers when there are issues with an individual's immigration or employment record
• Serving as liaison with admissions for all initial undergraduate, graduate, and law student I-20s, while providing ongoing support throughout the student's experience.
• Supporting programming and other efforts undertaken by the office as the International Food Fair, Alternative Spring Break, and International Student Activities.
• Facilitate documents issuance and process related student requests, such as bank, Social Security, and DMV letters
• Review, advise, and sign I-20 documents for travel and ISSS support letters
• Counsel students who are considering and interruption of studies
• Assist with workshops and information sessions

Qualification

• Knowledge base and experience with F - 1 immigration matters and laws and responsibilities that govern international students and exchange visitors preferred
• Good understanding of current issues in the field of international education
• Demonstrated professional, collaborative, collegial workstyle in dealing with students, faculty, staff, and off-campus partners
• Working knowledge of basic office, communications, and data management software
• Bachelor's degree and a minimum 2-3 years' experience advising international students

Tuition Benefit

After 1 year of continuous full‐time service, employees are eligible to enroll in STU’s bachelor and master courses, tuition‐free. The program will cover a maximum timeframe of 125% of credit hours attempted toward the degree program. Employees may enroll in STU’s doctoral program, with a 40% tuition discount, under the same conditions.

Catholic Identity

St. Thomas University is a Catholic university sponsored by the Archdiocese of Miami committed to academic and professional success guided by its Catholic identity. All employees are therefore expected to respect the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and support the University’s religious mission. All employees hereby acknowledge their familiarity and support of the religious affiliation, mission and values of St. Thomas University.

Equal Employment Opportunity

St. Thomas University is an equal opportunity employer that promotes a diverse and inclusive organization. It is the policy of the University to fill each vacancy with the candidate who represents the best fit for the position and to promote and transfer employees from within whenever possible and practical. Employment decisions are made on the basis of the candidate’s personal capabilities, qualifications, and ability to assist the University in fulfilling its mission without discrimination. With regard to the latter, the University’s program of recruiting employees for mission aims to inform prospective employees of the University’s mission and to help them and hiring personnel determine how they will support and contribute to the University’s mission.

E-Verify

St. Thomas University is an E-Verify® Employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that allows an employer, using information reported on an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to determine the eligibility of that employee to work in the United States. STU will utilize E-Verify® to verify employment eligibility for all newly hired employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Miami Gardens, FL 33054: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Advising International Students: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location