International Student Advisor presso University of St Thomas

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for an International Student Advisor (Prog Mgr I) position within the Office of International Students & Scholars. 

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependents
• Generous Retirement Contributions to support your future
• Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• Fully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&D
• Paid Parental Leave to support growing families

Salary Range: $53,000 to $60,000

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

JOB SUMMARY

The International Student Advisor supports international students throughout their academic journey, ensuring compliance with immigration regulations and promoting successful cultural and academic integration. This position will oversee and manage programming efforts for international students and collaborate with other departments on campus to create additional engagement opportunities. To serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) by issuing immigration documents and advising international students on U.S. immigration laws. This position requires nights and weekends, when applicable, for programs and activities that occur throughout the year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, student affairs, counseling or international related field

• Three years of experience in program management and/or higher education

• This position requires U.S. citizenship or Permanent Residency as required by the federal government to serve as a Designated School Official and an Alternate Responsible Officer

An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills have been acquired may be substituted.

Preferred Qualifications

• International experience, (i.e., study or travel abroad)

• Immigration advising experience

• Master’s degree

• Knowledge of at least one foreign language

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates must apply online at https://www.stthomas.edu/jobs/. Follow the instructions to complete an online application which includes creating or updating an applicant profile, uploading a resume, and completing a job specific application.

In light of its commitment to create and maintain a safe learning and working environment, employment with the University of St. Thomas requires consent and successful completion of a background screening.

Official job posting is available at www.stthomas.edu/jobs.