International Admissions Specialist/Advisor

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Virginia; On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College is seeking an International Admissions Specialist/Advisor to provide student-centered admissions services for prospective and current international students, while ensuring compliance with F-1 visa regulations, SEVIS reporting, and Virginia domicile requirements for in-state tuition.

The role reviews applications, determines I-20 eligibility, maintains SEVIS records, and advises on immigration status and enrollment procedures.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide admissions services and guidance to international students, ensuring accuracy and responsiveness.
• Review applications and determine eligibility for Form I-20; maintain required SEVIS records.
• Advise students on immigration status requirements and enrollment procedures; ensure compliance with federal/state regulations.
• Assist with domicile determinations and appeals; coordinate international student orientation and onboarding activities.
• Collaborate with college departments to support student enrollment, success, and retention.

Skills

Admissions processes

SEVIS knowledge

F-1 visa regulations

Record keeping

Customer service

Policy interpretation

Collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Education/Student Services/Business Administration or related field

Job description

Title: International Admissions Specialist/Advisor

Agency: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College

Location: Henrico - 087

FLSA: Nonexempt

Hiring Range: $44,000 - $47,000

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

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.

Minimum 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.