Immigration Advisor (Temporary)

Zymtronix Catalytic Systems Inc; City of Ithaca (NY); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY is seeking a Temporary Immigration Advisor for a part‑time role (10–19 hours/week) with ASAP start for approximately three to six months. The position offers in‑person, hybrid or remote options.

The role focuses on F‑1 and J‑1 immigration document processing, serving as a DSO and ARO, maintaining required records, and supporting document issuance, reprints, extensions and status activation.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with at least two years serving as a DSO/ARO or equivalent.
• Experience with F-1 and/or J-1 immigration document processing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as DSO/ARO for F-1 and J-1 programs, reviewing and signing immigration documents.
• Process and maintain Forms I-20 and DS-2019, including issuance, reprints, extensions, and updates.
• Maintain immigration records in SEVIS and Sunapsis and resolve record discrepancies.
• Support initial student processing and status activation, monitoring records as needed.
• Assist with data reporting, compliance training, and related processing duties.

Skills

DSO experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Database systems experience

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Sunapsis

SEVIS

PeopleSoft

Job description

The Office of Global Learning is seeking a Temporary Immigration Advisor.

This is a part‑time position, averaging 10-19 hours/week with a start date of ASAP. The anticipated duration is approximately three to six months; however, the length of the assignment may vary based on business needs and the selected candidate's interest and availability.

The position has an in‑person, hybrid or remote option.

Applicants are required to be either a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident.

Hiring budget for this position is between $29.45 - 31.66/hour. The actual offer will be based on the candidate’s skills and experience.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Who we are:

The Office of Global Learning brings together Education Abroad and International Services to serve all of Cornell’s global learners by fostering mobility, exploration, and international and cultural exchange.

Responsibilities:

This temporary Immigration Advisor position will focus on F-1 and J-1 immigration document processing, including the review, production, updating, and signing of Forms I-20 and DS-2019. Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO), maintains required records in university and government systems, and supports initial document issuance, reprints, extensions, pre‑arrival/admissions processing, and status activation. The position does not provide routine immigration advising or general ticket/case‑queue coverage.

• Serve as a federally approved Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the university’s F-1 and J-1 programs, reviewing and signing immigration documents.
• Process and maintain Forms I-20 and DS-2019, including initial issuance, reprints, extensions, amendments, and updates for delayed students or cohorts.
• Maintain accurate student immigration records in SEVIS and Sunapsis and assist with resolving record discrepancies related to document processing.
• Support F-1 and J-1 initial student processing and status activation, including monitoring records and coordinating with appropriate university staff as needed.
• Support related data reporting, administrative projects, required compliance training, and other duties associated with F-1/J-1 document processing.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with at least two years serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) required or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience with F-1 and/or J-1 immigration document processing and the ability to interpret and apply federal immigration regulations.
• Strong written, interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills, including experience with database systems.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and inclusively with individuals from diverse cultural, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Experience in international student and scholar services.
• Experience with Sunapsis, SEVIS, PeopleSoft, or similar systems.

University Job Title:

Student Services Associate I - SP

Pay Range: $31.46 - $36.36

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Remote Option Availability: Hybrid

2026-09-29

EEO Statement:

Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world‑class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of "... any person ... any study." No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

About Us

Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas to further the university’s mission of teaching, discovery and engagement. With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far‑flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

We offer a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.