Global Student Services Coordinator & DSO

Thomas More University; Crestview Hills (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas More University in Crestview Hills, KY seeks an International Student Services Coordinator / Designated School Official (DSO) to lead immigration compliance, SEVIS management, and international student advising from admission through graduation.

You will partner with Enrollment, Academic Affairs, and Student Life to create a welcoming campus experience, maintain accurate records, and monitor regulatory changes affecting F-1 students.

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

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration across departments

Tools

Terra Dotta

SEVIS

Job description

Thomas More University in Crestview Hills, KY seeks an International Student Services Coordinator / Designated School Official (DSO) to lead immigration compliance, SEVIS management, and international student advising from admission through graduation.

You will partner with Enrollment, Academic Affairs, and Student Life to create a welcoming campus experience, maintain accurate records, and monitor regulatory changes affecting F-1 students.