International Student & Scholar Advisor (DSO/ARO)

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Ibrido; USD 45.000 - 69.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The George Washington University invites applications for an International Student and Scholar Advisor to manage F-1 and J-1 immigration responsibilities, including signing required immigration forms and advising GW's international community.

Reporting to the Manager of International Student & Scholar Services, you will review I-20s/DS-2019s, maintain SEVIS records, and provide individual and group advising on immigration, academics, and personal matters.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree conferred by the start date or equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills with strong interpersonal abilities.
• Experience with international student and scholar advising (F/J/H-1B) at higher education is preferred.

Mansioni

• Serve as 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.
• Recommend changes in practice and policy related to data and record-keeping when appropriate.
• Maintain confidential student records and files.
• Plan and implement orientation programs for new international students and scholars; participate in welcome center check-ins.
• Oversee maintenance of student files in the SEVIS system.

Conoscenze

DSO responsibilities

ARO responsibilities

Student advising

Data management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Strumenti

SEVIS system

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

Posting Details

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 equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

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.
  
  

Hiring Range $44,985.20 - $69,346.27

GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

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 Compliance

Sub-Family International Services

Stream Individual Contributor

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

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number: S014447

Job Open Date: 09/08/2026

Job Close Date: 10/31/2026

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

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.