Global Student Immigration Advisor (DSO)

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 49,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Indiana University seeks an International Services Advisor (DSO) in Indianapolis to interpret U.S. immigration laws and counsel international students, scholars and staff on their stay in the United States and at the university.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of advising experience; a Master’s degree is preferred. You will develop policies, ensure compliance, and collaborate across IU Indianapolis departments to support international education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; related field preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of international advising/service experience.

Responsibilities

• Interpret complex U.S. immigration laws, regulations, policies and procedures and advise IU Indianapolis's international students, scholars and staff on stay in the United States and at the university.
• Develop and maintain personal and office staff expertise with U.S. laws and regulations governing international students, scholars and staff.
• Plan, develop, schedule, conduct and evaluate programming to educate international students, scholars and staff on current U.S. regulations.
• Ensure information is reported to DHS timely and that immigration documentation is adjudicated accurately.
• Serve as liaison to local or state government agencies regarding issues related to international students, scholars and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Time management

Quality focus

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Lifelong learning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Indiana University seeks an International Services Advisor (DSO) in Indianapolis to interpret U.S. immigration laws and counsel international students, scholars and staff on their stay in the United States and at the university.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 2 years of advising experience; a Master’s degree is preferred. You will develop policies, ensure compliance, and collaborate across IU Indianapolis departments to support international education initiatives.