Assistant Director, International Student Success & Programs

Augustana University; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a full-time Assistant Director for International Student Services to support international students and partnerships. The DSO will advise F-1 students, maintain SEVIS compliance, and coordinate orientation, workshops, and cultural programming throughout the academic year.

The role includes managing exchange programs (IREX/UGRAD), teaching the first-year international student success course, pursuing grants, and collaborating with campus partners to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 2+ years advising F-1 international students preferred.
• Experience coordinating international programs or offices within higher education is desirable.
• Strong communication and intercultural skills with ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and ensure SEVIS compliance.
• Advise F-1 and exchange students on immigration, academics, and personal concerns.
• Coordinate new student orientation, workshops, and cultural programming.
• Lead and support exchange programs (e.g., IREX/UGRAD) and engage partners.
• Teach or co-teach the first-year international student success course.

Skills

Intercultural communication

Student advising

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Student information systems

SEVIS/immigration software

Job description

Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD, seeks a full-time Assistant Director for International Student Services to support international students and partnerships. The DSO will advise F-1 students, maintain SEVIS compliance, and coordinate orientation, workshops, and cultural programming throughout the academic year.

The role includes managing exchange programs (IREX/UGRAD), teaching the first-year international student success course, pursuing grants, and collaborating with campus partners to