International Student Advisor

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Wichita State University in Wichita, KS invites applications for a full-time on-site role as a Designated School Official (DSO) to advise international students and manage SEVIS updates in accordance with DHS regulations.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of student services experience, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to explain complex policies clearly. Citizenship or permanent residency is required by law.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to explain complex policies, procedures, and academic requirements in clear terms.
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to adapt to changing institutional and governmental priorities and technology.
• Ability to work independently with initiative and sound judgment.
• Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates cross-cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and ensure DHS regulatory compliance.
• Advise students on federal, state and local requirements to maintain status.
• Work with SEVIS and internal databases to issue I-20s and process updates.
• Coordinate with academic advisors to ensure enrollment and progress comply with immigration rules.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Policy explanation

Diversity & inclusion

Independent work

Cross-cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department: Office of International Education

Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type: Full Time

Pay: Salary set $19.06/hr

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm;work is performed on-site and in person.

Export Compliance Requirement: This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a “U.S. Citizen”.

Job Story

Wanting to spread your wings not only with what you know but also who you know? Let me offer up this opportunity to perform both all rolled into one.
Supporting our international students new to the country or even those who’ve been here staying up to date with laws, regulations & all requirements for them to continue. You need to be eager to learn much of the position through your love of the written word. Being able to understand regulations & laws that are not in plain language will give you a leg up also. Understanding the confines to provide clarity and direction where solutions may be unclear, understanding the grey areas within while knowing how to navigate. Being culturally aware & keeping that at the forefront of your meetings will help you be successful. You can meet people from a far land with this position in more ways than one,

Job Summary

Provides advising and information to international students and the community regarding F-1 immigration regulations and University policies and resources. Serves as the Designated School Official (DSO) in the updating of the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) database in compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations.

Essential Functions

Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and ensures compliance with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) rules and regulations. Advises students on federal, state and local requirements to maintain their status in the United States. Works with SEVIS and internal database to issue I-20s, process registrations, address updates, and student requests for employment. Monitors SEVIS alerts and communicates with students as needed. Coordinate with academic advisors to ensure international student enrollment and academic progress is in compliance with immigration regulations. Serve as a representative, advocate, and/or spokesperson for international students in dealing with other campus departments and community members.

Job Duties

This role provides a mixture of student advising, paperwork including follow-up as well as compliance checkpoints.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in student services or related field

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Ability to explain complex policies, procedures, and academic requirements in clear, student-friendly language
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Ability to adapt to changing institutional and governmental priorities, policies, procedures, and technology
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, take initiative, exercise sound judgment, and effectively prioritize and manage responsibilitiesAbility to make sound, independent decisions when policies or guidance do not clearly address a situation
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive
• Demonstrates cross-cultural sensitivity.
• Requires a U.S. citizen or permanent resident as require by law for this position.

Additional Information:

Applicants must meet the requirement of being a "U. S. Citizen" or a Lawful Permanent Residence because the position requires access to the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), a federal government database.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. Ability to move or traverse across campus, within buildings and offices, and/or across external environments.