International Services Coordinator

Uniglobalcareers; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waivers

Paid holidays

Retirement options

Annual leave

Job summary

University of Alaska is seeking an International Student Coordinator to be the frontline contact for the International Student and Scholar Services office. You will interpret immigration requirements, support diverse international communities, and maintain confidentiality in a fast-paced university setting.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of F-1 and J-1 regulations, strong communication skills, and experience in a higher education environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with two years of related experience, or equivalent
• Knowledge of F-1 and J-1 visa regulations affecting international students and scholars
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in records, databases, and reporting
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication for complex regulatory information
• U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residence required for DSO/ARO certification
• Ability to complete required biennial background checks

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact for the International Student and Scholar Services office
• Interpret and communicate immigration requirements clearly and compassionately
• Maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities accurately
• Assist with designing and maintaining web content and immigration/case-management systems
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure compliance and effective student support

Skills

Communication skills

Intercultural communication

Immigration compliance

DSO/ARO experience

Organizational skills

Data confidentiality

Problem solving

Web content management

Social media management

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Case-management software

Database reporting tools

Job description

United States — International Student Market

1.2M inbound students (2025) +3%

1. India 363K

2. China 266K

3. South Korea 42K

4. Canada 30K

5. Vietnam 26K

9 international branch campuses in United States

The UAF International Student and Scholar Services office is seeking an International Student Coordinator. This position is the first point of contact for our office. This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to supporting diverse international communities.

You’ll thrive in this role if you are detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to supporting diverse international communities.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and intercultural skills are essential, along with the ability to interpret complex immigration requirements and communicate them clearly and compassionately.
• Experience serving as a DSO or ARO, or working in a higher education environment, is highly valued.
• Success in this role also requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Your commitment to providing exceptional service, fostering cross-cultural understanding, and supporting international students and scholars will help you make a meaningful impact on their experience at UAF.

The successful candidate will be extremely detail-oriented with strong communication and customer service skills in order to thrive in a fast-paced university environment. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of university policies, demonstrated knowledge of F-1 and J-1 visa regulations and compliance requirements affecting international students and scholars. In addition, the ability to retain and apply detailed information, and experience handling confidential matters. Strong problem-solving, organizational, and team collaboration skills are essential, along with the ability to recommend process improvements. Proficiency in office equipment and experience designing and maintaining web content, social media, and immigration or case-management software systems are highly valued.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree and two years progressively responsible experience related to the program specialty, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of F-1 and J-1 visa regulations and compliance requirements affecting international students and scholars.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining records, coordinating database and reporting requirements, and meeting federal reporting deadlines.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex regulatory information clearly and effectively.
• U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residence (required by federal regulations) required for DSO/ARO certification.
• Ability to successfully complete required biennial criminal background checks, in accordance with applicable federal regulations.

This is a full-time, term-funded, non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule , Grade 78, based on education and experience.

Application review will begin on 10/23/2026. To ensure consideration, please submit your application by 11:55 PM Alaska Standard Time on 10/22/2026.

This position will require infrequent travel for mandatory training. This travel is traditionally one or two times a year.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Bradley Talbert, Signers' Business Office Human Resources Coordinator, at [e-mail].

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

This is a term-funded position reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at [e-mail] .

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.