DSO & International Student Services Advisor

Uniglobaltechnologies; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music in Boston seeks an ISS Operations and Processing Advisor who will serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and ensure compliance with federal regulations in SEVIS.

Reporting to the Associate Director, this role maintains student records, issues Form I-20s, and supports international students and Boston-based advisors on immigration matters, travel guidelines, and DHS requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident as mandated by federal regulations for DSOs.
• Demonstrated intercultural competency; commitment to student service and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks with high attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Prior DSO experience and knowledge of F-1 and SEVIS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO).
• Support Boston-based International Advisors in immigration-operations and processing: maintaining lawful status, part-time enrollment eligibility, vacation semesters, Form I-20 revalidation, program extensions, practical training, campus employment and other F-1 benefits.
• Issue new Form I-20s and prepare related documentation and applications.
• Maintain integrity of student data in SIS and campus tech platforms.
• Assist with communications to international students regarding F-1 status and immigration updates.

Skills

Intercultural competency

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Colleague

PowerCampus

Job description

Berklee College of Music in Boston seeks an ISS Operations and Processing Advisor who will serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and ensure compliance with federal regulations in SEVIS.

Reporting to the Associate Director, this role maintains student records, issues Form I-20s, and supports international students and Boston-based advisors on immigration matters, travel guidelines, and DHS requirements.