International Student Advisor

Department: International Stu Schol Serv

Salary/Grade: EXS/6

Target hiring range for this position will be between $$56,000 - $58,500 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Job Summary:

The International Student Advisor at the Office of International Student and Scholar Services will serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) as determined by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and an Alternate Responsible Office (ARO) as determined by the U.S. Department of State. Specifically, the Advisor will be responsible for:

• Advising and Counseling: Advising F & J international students and the campus community on relevant federal immigration regulations and federal agency guidance; offering immigration advising based around individual student concerns, academic planning, course selection, and career development.
• Immigration Compliance: Ensuring international students adhere to immigration regulations by providing guidance on visa requirements, maintaining accurate international student records in the SEVIS system and Terra Dotta database, and assisting with visa applications, extensions, and related paperwork.
• Policy Interpretation and Compliance: Interpreting university policies and procedures related to international students and ensuring compliance with federal regulations governing international student enrollment and visa status.
• Student Support: Serving as a point of contact for students facing challenges, offering guidance, resources, and referrals to appropriate university services; collaborating with various university departments to coordinate support services and ensure a seamless experience for international students; assisting with the international student transition experience as well as co-curricular programs, activities and events for the international community.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Advise F and J students on immigration regulations, maintaining immigration status, university policy and other related issues.
• Assist in maintaining SEVIS, Terra Dotta and PeopleSoft/SES databases
• Collaborate with academic departments to support international students.
• Consult on communications, resources and events for international students, internal team members and/or institutional stakeholders

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Humanities, Information Systems or related field;

• 1-2 years of experience in international education in an educational setting;

• Knowledge of all student visa categories and federal regulations.

• Experience with student and/or scholar programming in a multicultural environment.

• Must be U.S Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident and meet Department of Homeland Security Designated School Official requirements.

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Must be detailed oriented

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Ability to work with teams in a high-volume and outcome-based environment

• Demonstrated ability to communicate across cultures

• Ability to manage confidential information

• Approaches work with a positive attitude

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field

• 2 years of direct experience with F and J regulations and SEVIS system

• Fluency in a global language other than English

• Experience in designing and delivering large group presentations, workshops and professional meetings.

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Proficient in database management and data analysis
• Demonstrated knowledge of trends in international education

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.