International Admissions Specialist/Advisor

Virginia Community Colleges; Virginia; On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Community Colleges is seeking an International Admissions Specialist/Advisor to provide admissions services to prospective and current international students, ensuring compliance with federal immigration regulations and state domicile laws. The role reviews applications, issues Form I-20s, and maintains SEVIS records while guiding students through enrollment and ongoing requirements.

The position coordinates international orientation, collaborates with college departments, and supports

Qualifications

• Knowledge of college admissions, enrollment services, and student support processes.
• Knowledge of federal regulations governing international students, including F-1 visa requirements and SEVIS reporting.
• Experience using student information systems and maintaining accurate student records and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Reviews international student applications and determines eligibility for issuance of Forms I-20.
• Maintains required student records in SEVIS and advises students on immigration status requirements and enrollment procedures.
• Coordinates international student orientation and onboarding activities.
• Collaborates with college departments to support student enrollment, success, and retention.

Skills

Admissions knowledge

F-1 visa requirements

SEVIS reporting

Customer service

Organizational skills

Collegiate collaboration

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

International Admissions Specialist/Advisor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Posting Summary

Working Title

Working Title International Admissions Specialist/Advisor

Role Title

Role Code

Role Code 29143-SW

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Pay Band

Pay Band 03

Position Number

Position Number 28300077

Agency

Agency J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Division

Division J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College (Div)

Work Location

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $44,000 - $47,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel No

EEO Category

Full Time or Part Time

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?

Work Schedule

As scheduled by the supervisor.

Sensitive Position

Sensitive Position No

Job Description

Reynolds is one of the largest community colleges in Virginia and serves Virginia’s capital city and five nearby counties. Annually, our four campus sites serve approximately 13,000 credit students and provide training for 7,400 students through the Community College Workforce Alliance. Reynolds is committed to hiring and retaining a racially diverse, culturally competent staff at all levels of the organization who reflect the demographics of our students. We also believe in providing an ongoing investment in our faculty and staff to deepen their skills and competencies to serve the full range of our student population.

The International Admissions Specialist/Advisor provides exceptional, caring, and student-centered admissions services and guidance to prospective and current international students while ensuring compliance with applicable federal immigration regulations, state domicile laws, and VCCS and college policies. The position reviews international student applications, determines eligibility for issuance of Forms I-20, maintains required student records in SEVIS , and advises students on immigration status requirements and enrollment procedures. The position also assists with domicile determinations and appeals, coordinates international student orientation and onboarding activities, and collaborates with college departments to support student enrollment, success, and retention.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Working knowledge of college admissions, enrollment services, and student support processes.
• Knowledge of federal regulations governing international students, including F-1 visa requirements and SEVIS reporting, and Virginia domicile requirements for in-state tuition eligibility.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply federal and state regulations, policies, and procedures accurately and consistently.
• Experience using student information systems and maintaining accurate student records and confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to review and evaluate student applications, supporting documentation, and eligibility requirements.
• Ability to provide clear, accurate, and supportive guidance to international students regarding admissions, enrollment, and related requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service with care, empathy, patience, and professionalism when assisting students from diverse backgrounds
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and external agencies.
• Proficiency in using computers and standard office software applications.

Education and Experience

Required:

• Experience providing admissions, enrollment, student services, or related administrative support in an educational or comparable professional setting.
• Experience interpreting and applying policies and procedures, reviewing documentation, and maintaining accurate records.

Preferred:

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in education, student services, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience working in a college or university admissions or enrollment services environment.
• Experience supporting international students, including familiarity with SEVIS , F-1 student requirements, and Form I-20 processing.
• Experience interpreting Virginia domicile requirements and determining eligibility for in-state tuition.
• Experience using PeopleSoft or a comparable student information system.

Additional Considerations

Operation of a State Vehicle

Operation of a State Vehicle No

Supervises Employees No

Required Travel

As needed between campuses and to college events.

Posting Number

Posting Number CLS_4836P

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type General Public - G

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 10/30/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 11/15/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Agency Website

Agency Website www.reynolds.edu

Contact Name

Email

Email [e-mail]

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System ( VCCS ) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts ( ADA and ADAAA ), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• Certificate
• Alternative Hiring Process Letter
• SF-50 (Documentation of involuntary separation from Federal Agency)