Global Intl Student Services Coordinator (DSO)

Thomas More; Crestview, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas More University seeks an International Student Services Coordinator / Designated School Official (DSO) to support international students from admission through graduation. You will lead F-1 immigration compliance, SEVIS management, and advise students on maintaining status, CPT/OPT, and program changes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multiple campus partners and oversight of student programs, orientation, and residency weekends to enhance inclusion and success.

Qualifications

• Ability to become and maintain eligibility as a Designated School Official.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across departments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and institutional resource for F-1 immigration regulations and SEVP compliance.
• Maintain accurate SEVIS records, Forms I-20, Form I-17 requirements, and required federal reporting and deadlines.
• Advise international students on maintaining F-1 status, enrollment, employment authorization, travel, academic changes, CPT, OPT, transfers, and program extensions.
• Monitor international student status and provide proactive outreach when academic, compliance, or personal concerns arise.
• Coordinate international student orientation and programs supporting cultural adjustment, engagement, retention, and student success.
• Support Graduate & Global Education programs, including residency weekends and related student and faculty coordination.
• Collaborate with Enrollment, Academic Affairs, Student Life, Athletics, Financial Aid, the Registrar, faculty, advisors, and other campus partners.
• Maintain Terra Dotta and other systems supporting international student services.
• Monitor changes in federal regulations and communicate their impact to University leadership and campus partners.
• Contribute to departmental projects, strategic initiatives, international partnerships, and operational improvements.

Skills

DSO eligibility

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interdepartmental collaboration

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Tools

Terra Dotta

Job description

Thomas More University seeks an International Student Services Coordinator / Designated School Official (DSO) to support international students from admission through graduation. You will lead F-1 immigration compliance, SEVIS management, and advise students on maintaining status, CPT/OPT, and program changes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multiple campus partners and oversight of student programs, orientation, and residency weekends to enhance inclusion and success.