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Position Title:
International Student AdvisorJob Group:
Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of related experienceSpecial Required Qualifications
Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident for access to SEVIS as required by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Department of State.Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree.Experience working in an international office.
Experience engaging with international populations.
Designated School Official(DSO), Responsible Officer(RO), Alternate Responsible Officer(ARO), or Principal Designated School Official(PDSO).
Demonstrated experience advising students in an educational setting, preferably within higher education or student affairs.
Job Description:
Are you looking for a role that allows you to support individuals on their academic journey? Are you seeking a role that brings variety, challenge, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day?
If so, the International Students and Scholars Office(ISSO) at Iowa State University is currently seeking a dedicated International Student Advisor to provide vital guidance and resources, helping students thrive both academically and personally in their new environment. This position will be classified as an International Students and Scholars Advisor II.
What You'll Do:
Advise international students on academic, personal, and immigration matters.
Provide cultural adjustment counseling and connect students to campus resources.
Collaborate with departments (e.g., admissions, housing) to support student needs.
Assist students during emergencies or crises.
Support departmental projects and policy development.
Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) with the U.S. Department of State.
Maintain knowledge of F-1 and J-1 regulations.
Ensure accurate reporting and processing of immigration benefits.
Manage student immigration records and database updates.
Use data to identify and address immigration compliance issues.
Generate and analyze weekly, semester, and ad hoc reports.
May train and mentor advisors; teach transition courses.
Draft and manage communications (email, web, print).
Promote services through outreach and events.
Support program development and student engagement.
Participate in scholarship/emergency funding committees.
The successful candidate for this position must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident for access to SEVIS as required by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Department of State.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
About ISSO:
ISSO facilitates the seamless integration and success of international employees, scholars, and students by providing expert services, guidance on immigration compliance, and comprehensive support around unique international challenges.
Leveling Guidelines
• Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals
• Applies broad, working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex, difficult, and varied problems and issues
• Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems
• Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests
• May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff
• May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Provides guidance to students
