International Student Advisor (5257C) #89068

SUNY COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY - UNIVERSITY EYE CENTER; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UC benefits

Remote work option

Job summary

University of California, Berkeley seeks an International Student Advisor to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations for international students and scholars. You will provide advising, prepare SEVIS documents, and report events to SEVIS, while supporting academic progress and fellowships.

The role includes DSO/ARO responsibilities, student orientation, and employment-related guidance. A BA in a related field is required, with UC benefits and potential remote work within the US.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of computer application programs and pertinent databases, or comparable institutional systems.
• Knowledge of processes and procedures or comparable institutional knowledge.
• Understanding of rules and regulations or comparable institutional knowledge.
• Interpersonal skills. Multicultural competencies: ability to work with diverse populations; experience working or living in a cross-cultural setting.
• Skills in service orientation, active listening, and critical thinking.
• Ability in problem identification and reasoning.
• Ability to multitask, verbal communication, written communication, and organization.
• Knowledge of federal regulations as they pertain to international students and scholars.
• Knowledge of federal web-based systems, i.e., SEVIS.
• Eligibility to serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or an equivalent combination of experience/training.

Responsibilities

• Advise international students, campus staff, and faculty on procedures, policies, and regulations governing all types of non-immigrant status available to international students at the University. This information will be dispensed in person or electronically.
• Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) to federal programs governing the support of international students. Analyze and interpret data to produce visa documents for new and continuing students as needed. Communicates with students on pre-arrival procedures.
• Provides advice and assistance to students on academic and degree progress towards completion of study; alternative academic options, resolves scheduling conflicts, and similar issues in relation to federal regulatory requirements.
• Participates in the processing, evaluation, and awarding of student fellowships, grants, and other awards; advises students on financial aid options. Assess students' financial ability to sustain their academic objectives.
• Conducts orientations of new international students. Advises international students and their dependents on a variety of matters related to their stay at UC-Berkeley. Coordinates and implements non-complex events that support students' educational, cultural, and social needs. Assists in the planning and implementation of complex events.
• Advises department/college/school students on employment preparation, timelines, and regulatory requirements. Organizes and presents employment-related workshops. Refers students to the campus Career Center and other campus resources.

Skills

Advising techniques

Multicultural competencies

Interpersonal skills

Active listening

Problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SEVIS

Job description

International Student Advisor (5257C) #89068

At the University of California, Berkeley , we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty, and staff, who are among the most talented and accomplished anywhere, including Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur Fellows. Since our founding in 1868, we have been an engine for innovation - driving intellectual, economic, and social progress that benefits California, the U.S., and beyond. Together, we change the world.

At Berkeley, the best careers are built on a foundation of continuous learning and growth . We actively support professional development by providing all full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours of paid time per year and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups.

Berkeley International Office exists to support the international students, research scholars, and employees at UC Berkeley.

Position Summary

As non-immigrants, international students and scholars must comply with complex federal and state regulations established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Department of State (DOS), the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), and the Social Security Administration. The International Student Advisor ensures that international students and scholars are familiar with these regulations and comply with them independently of and in relation to university policies and procedures. Additionally, this position ensures that the institution remains in compliance with these regulations by providing advising, producing documents, and reporting events to the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is October 7, 2026. For full consideration, please apply by the first review date. Applications will be considered until the job is filled.

Responsibilities

Immigration Advising

• Advise international students, campus staff, and faculty on procedures, policies, and regulations governing all types of non-immigrant status available to international students at the University. This information will be dispensed in person or electronically.

DSO and ARO Functions

• Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) to federal programs governing the support of international students. Analyze and interpret data to produce visa documents for new and continuing students as needed. Communicates with students on pre-arrival procedures.

Academic Advising

• Provides advice and assistance to students on academic and degree progress towards completion of study; alternative academic options, resolves scheduling conflicts, and similar issues in relation to federal regulatory requirements.
• Participates in the processing, evaluation, and awarding of student fellowships, grants, and other awards; advises students on financial aid options. Assess students' financial ability to sustain their academic objectives.

Orientations and Events

• Conducts orientations of new international students. Advises international students and their dependents on a variety of matters related to their stay at UC-Berkeley. Coordinates and implements non-complex events that support students' educational, cultural, and social needs. Assists in the planning and implementation of complex events.
• Advises department/college/school students on employment preparation, timelines, and regulatory requirements. Organizes and presents employment-related workshops. Refers students to the campus Career Center and other campus resources.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Knowledge of computer application programs and pertinent databases, or comparable institutional systems.
• Knowledge of processes and procedures or comparable institutional knowledge.
• Understanding of rules and regulations or comparable institutional knowledge.
• Interpersonal skills. Multicultural competencies: ability to work with diverse populations; experience working or living in a cross-cultural setting.
• Skills in service orientation, active listening, and critical thinking.
• Ability in problem identification and reasoning.
• Ability to multitask, verbal communication, written communication, and organization.

Knowledge of federal regulations as they pertain to international students and scholars.

• Knowledge of federal web-based systems, i.e., SEVIS.
• Eligibility to serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).
• Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or an equivalent combination of experience/training.

Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience.

The budgeted annual range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $83,000 - $90,000.

• This is an exempt, monthly-paid position.
• This is a full-time (40 hours/week) Career position eligible for UC benefits.

Other Information

• This position is eligible for up to 2 days/week of remote work within the United States. Exact arrangements are determined in partnership with your supervisor to meet role responsibilities and department needs and are subject to change.
• This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Misconduct

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.