International Student and Scholar Advisor

The George Washington University; Washington, Northern (District of Columbia, KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition benefits

Well-being program

Retirement plan

Job summary

The George Washington University is seeking an International Student and Scholar Advisor to carry out F-1 and J-1 immigration responsibilities, sign I-20s and DS-2019s, monitor SEVIS data, and provide individual and group advising to international students and scholars on immigration, academics and personal matters.

Based at GWU's Foggy Bottom campus in Washington, DC, the role supports orientation programs, welcomes new arrivals, and reports to the Manager of International Student & Scholar

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with immigration advising and DSOs/AROs is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal English skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience supporting international students and scholars is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as DSO (F-1) and/or ARO (J-1) for exchange visitors.
• Review and issue immigration documents (I-20s, DS-2019s).
• Maintain accurate student records in SEVIS.
• Plan and implement orientation programs for new international students and scholars.
• Assist in welcome center activities and ongoing student adjustment.

Skills

DSO/ARO experience

Cross-cultural communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Degree conferred by start date

Tools

SEVIS

Job description

International Student and Scholar Advisor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The International Services Office ( ISO ) at the George Washington University (GW) facilitates international educational exchange through its services and programs. It serves as the primary administrative, programming, and advising office for the GW international community. GWU ISO is searching for an International Student and Scholar Advisor to carry out F-1 and J-1 immigration responsibilities on behalf of the university, including interpreting and signing required immigration forms for processing school transfers, extensions of non-immigrant stay, employment, academic/practical training, re-entry, and change of immigration status.

This position reviews and approves requests for I-20 and DS-2019 forms, monitors the maintenance of student data and records, and tracks and analyzes data sets when needed. This position provides individual and group advising to international students and scholars on immigration, academic, and personal matters. This role also typically assists in planning and implementing orientation programs for new international students and scholars and participates in welcome center check-in, orientation sessions, and programs to assist students in their ongoing adjustment to the university and to the U.S.

Reporting to the Manager of International Student & Scholar Services, the International Student and Scholar Advisor is responsible for serving as a Designated School Official ( DSO ) and Alternate Responsible Officer ( ARO ) in carrying out F-1 and J-1 immigration responsibilities on behalf of the University.

Job responsibilities include

• Serve as an official DSO (for F-1 students) and/or ARO (for J-1 exchange visitors).
• Review, process, and issue immigration documents such as I-20s and DS-2019s.
• Recommending changes in practice and policy related to data and record-keeping when appropriate.
• Maintaining appropriate confidential files.
• Assisting in planning and implementing orientation programs for new international students and scholars, including the preparation of pre-arrival information, orientation sessions, and programs to assist students in their ongoing adjustment to the University and to the U.S.
• Oversees the maintenance of student files, ensuring timely and accurate updates to student records in the SEVIS system.

The position is based at GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC. Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equal combination of education, training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, handle a large workload, and handle multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills, as well as organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.
• Commitment to client confidentiality and strong service orientation.
• Experience as a PDSO , DSO , RO and/or ARO is desired.
• Significant practical experience with international students and scholar advising (F, J, H-1B) at institutions of higher education is preferred.

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department

Academic Affairs

Family

Family Compliance

Sub-Family

International Services

Level

Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Hours Per Week

40

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Hybrid

Telework

Yes

Required Background Check

Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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