International Student Advisor

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Position Type Civil Service Classification Title Immigration Specialist Position's Functional Title International Student Advisor Position Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Position Summary
Governors State University is seeking to hire an International Student Advisor (Immigration Specialist), who will serve as a Designated School Official ( DSO ) and Alternate Responsible Officer ( ARO ). This position will advise international students on immigration matters and process I-20 updates. The advisor will assist the Primary Designated School Official ( PDSO ) in SEVIS maintenance, self-audits, and federally mandated registration/reporting, and will also provide support to the Assistant Director, as needed, with cultural programming and events, including international student orientation.
Essential Responsibilities:
45% Review, maintain and process all documents and records as required by United States Department of Homeland Security ( DHS ) during an international student’s study at Governors State University. Maintain up-to-date understanding of immigration regulations and other federal, state and local laws or policies affecting non-immigrant students. Coordinate information needed for issuance of I-20 documents. Advise current and future international students, as well as those on OPT, on maintaining, changing, or reinstating their immigration status. Assist with the planning and execution of international student orientation each semester. Collaborate as needed on recruitment strategies for prospective applicants from other countries.
45% Serve as Designated School Official ( DSO ) and Alternate Responsible Officer ( ARO ). Responsible for international student immigration advising within the Office of International Services. Process SEVIS applications and general office administration. Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding immigration and other matters pertinent to international education at Governors State University.
10% Assist with various projects, including developing and updating information and website materials. Work collaboratively with other student services professionals to develop and design co-curricular programs. Assist with training student workers to complete office-wide tasks/projects as necessary. Other duties and responsibilities as needed.

Salary Range: $40,716.00 to $46,823.40.
(This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications). Minimum Qualifications
REQUIRED : DOCUMENTATION CONFIRMING HIGH SCHOOL COMPLETION OR EQUIVALENT MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION, COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS MAY BE SUBSTITUTED (See “Special instructions to applicants” section below).

1. One (1) year (12 months) of responsible work experience in immigration counseling and visa application filing or in a higher education setting performing international student/scholar advising, international student recruitment or international student admissions.

2. Any one or any combination of the following, totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
A. Progressively more responsible work experience in immigration counseling and visa application filing or in a higher education setting performing international student/scholar advising, international student recruitment, or international student admissions;
B. College coursework leading to a major in business administration, education administration, one of the social or behavioral sciences, a foreign language or one related to foreign affairs/service.
 60 semester hours equal one (1) year/12 months
 90 semester hours equal two (2) years/24 months
 120 semester hours or a Bachelor’s degree equals three (3) years/36 months

Note: A Master’s degree in Education Administration, Counseling, International Relations, International Development, Cross Cultural Communication or Communications meets Credential #2. Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field and two years of immigration advising experience in a higher education setting/ international student and scholar office.

• Familiarity with the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System ( SEVIS ); knowledge of SEVIS procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of FERPA
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in international and intercultural situations
• Demonstrated persistence in overcoming obstacles and achieving challenging goals
• Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and sensitivity working with a diverse student body

• Experience in studying abroad/abroad programs. Posting Date 04/21/2022 Closing Date 05/02/2022 Open Until Filled No Posting Number CS0570P Type of Search External Quicklink for Posting https://employment.govst.edu/postings/6438 Employee ID Department Special Instructions to Applicants
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENT :
For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:

1: Documentation confirming High School completion or equivalent (use “Transcripts” or “Other” to attach document).
2: Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all dates of employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time, include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (full details).
3: Cover Letter.
4: Resume.
5: A list of three Professional References.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT :
Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS :
This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination which consist of a review and rating of the applicants Education, Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants are required to provide electronic documentation as listed above to verify that the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS :
Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passing final examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources:
1: Department of Defense – DD214/DD215
2: National Guard – NGB22 Form
3: Discharge Orders
4: Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate

Note: Must be received by the closing date of this posting. Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you a U.S. Permanent Resident or Citizen as required by U.S. federal law to access the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS)?
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. List of Three Professional References
4. Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Veteran’s/Military Preference Points Documentation
3. Other
4. Other2
5. Other3
6. Other4