Hybrid Part-time International Admissions Specialist en Navarro College

POSITION PURPOSE:    

The Part-Time International Admissions Specialist supports the admissions and compliance processes for international students at Navarro College. 

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) in SEVIS and ensure ongoing compliance with F-1 and M-1 regulations.
• Process international applications, verifying documents such as transcripts, English proficiency, vaccination records, and financials.
• Stay up to date on international admissions policy and make recommendations for changes and updates as needed. 
• Issue and update Forms I-20; maintain accurate SEVIS and institutional records.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records in compliance with FERPA and institutional policies.
• Manage communication with international students via phone, text, email, and in person.
• Provide clear guidance on I-20 privileges and F-1 responsibilities (e.g., enrollment, work, travel, transfers, RCL, OPT/CPT, etc).
• Work with applicants, sponsors, and educational partners on admissions and immigration steps.
• Support onboarding through SEVIS check-in checklist monitoring, and follow-up.
• Maintain records and assist with document tracking, audits, and SEVIS reporting.
• Deliver front-line service to prospective and current students, both virtually and in person.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems for records management.
• Able to navigate multiple databases and adapt to new technology and compliance requirements.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and cross-cultural sensitivity.
• High attention to detail, especially when handling official documents and compliance tasks.
• Assist with domestic admissions and other duties as assigned.
• All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Proficient in word processing with good keyboarding skills and basic computer literacy.
• Ability to comprehend and interpret college regulations and policies and apply to specific situations in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Ability to make judgments and decisions based upon operating directives established by the Registrar.
• Ability to plan and organize work and to function as a team player.
• Ability to work under pressure and within tight time frames.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Associate Degree
• Two (2) years of administrative, admissions or international education experience.
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree
• Experience with SEVIS, Colleague, Dynamic Forms, or related systems.
• Knowledge of F-1 visa regulations and international admissions processes.
• Experience working in a college or university setting, preferably in admissions or student services.
• Multilingual skills (Spanish, French, Arabic, or Chinese) are a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Flexible scheduling may be required during peak periods.
• Busy working environment with numerous interruptions.
• Occasional travel to off-campus sites for work assignments.

SALARY:  $12.00 per hour / up to 19 hrs. per week