International Student Advisor & DSO Specialist

Uniglobalcareers; Amherst (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Amherst College is seeking an International Student Advisor to support international students through immigration services within the Office of Immigration Services. The role blends advising with administrative oversight to ensure accurate records and compliance for students in F-1 and J-1 status.

The advisor will maintain SEVIS compliance, collaborate with campus partners, and communicate effectively with students and offices to support programming and services for international students.

Qualifications

• Advising international students in F-1 & J-1 status.
• Knowledge of immigration processes for F-1/J-1 students.
• Maintain compliance with federal regulations and SEVIS.

Responsibilities

• Provide advising support to international students.
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO).
• Serve as an Alternative Responsible Officer (ARO).
• Advise on visa and immigration matters.

Skills

DSO duties

ARO duties

Immigration advising

SEVIS knowledge

Record management

Cross-campus collaboration

Tools

SEVIS system

Database management

Job description

Amherst College is seeking an International Student Advisor to support international students through immigration services within the Office of Immigration Services. The role blends advising with administrative oversight to ensure accurate records and compliance for students in F-1 and J-1 status.

The advisor will maintain SEVIS compliance, collaborate with campus partners, and communicate effectively with students and offices to support programming and services for international students.