Manager, International Student and Scholar Advising

George Washington University; Washington; On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits

Job summary

George Washington University seeks a Manager, International Student and Scholar Advising to lead immigration compliance for F-1 and J-1 students and scholars within the International Services Office. You will supervise two staff and oversee admissions and exchange programs.

Responsibilities include signing immigration documents, maintaining SEVIS data, advising on sponsorship policies, and coordinating with international partners. This role advances GW’s global education mission on campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field plus 6 years of experience, or Master's degree plus 4 years of experience.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Experience in higher education and immigration matters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review, approve, and prepare I-20 and DS-2019 forms and maintain SEVIS records.
• Oversee ISO Admissions and Exchange programs and supervise two full-time staff.
• Oversee J-1 Scholar processes, orientations, and inquiries.
• Represent ISO at internal and external meetings and assist with orientations.

Skills

Immigration compliance

Supervisory experience

Cross-cultural communication

Policy development

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

At the George Washington University (GW), the International Services Office (ISO) fosters global educational exchange, serving as the central administrative and advising hub for the international community.

We are seeking a Manager, International Student and Scholar Advising who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. Working within the ISO, this role manages F-1 and J-1 immigration compliance, oversees ISO Admissions and Exchange programs, and provides direct supervision for two full-time staff members. Key responsibilities include interpreting regulations and signing critical immigration documents for initial attendance, school transfers, extensions, employment authorizations, re-entry, and status changes.

This position is responsible for the following duties:

• Reviews, approves, and prepares I-20 and DS-2019 forms, monitors the maintenance of student data and records in SEVIS, and provides holistic advising to international students and scholars regarding immigration and maintaining compliance.
• Assists with the development, integration and implementation of institutional policy in regard to sponsorship of international students.
• Oversees the Exchange Coordinator, inbound international student exchanges, supporting agreements, and relationships with exchange partners.
• Oversees the Senior International Services Associate, serving as the advisory point of contact for International Admissions processed by the International Services Office.
• Provides daily oversight of J-1 Scholar requests, J orientations and departmental inquiries.
• Participates in welcome center check-ins, orientation sessions and programs to assist students in their ongoing adjustment to the university and to the U.S.
• Leads Exchange Coordinator to provide support to exchange program universities.
• Represents the International Services Office at internal and external meetings as required by the Assistant Provost and/or Associate Director.

Perform 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 plus 6 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 4 years of relevant professional experience. 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, handle a large workload, and handle multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate 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.
• Supervisory/management experience in a higher education setting is preferred.
• Experience as a PDSO, DSO, RO and/or ARO or work with university exchange programs is preferred.
• Significant practical experience with international students and scholar advising (F, J) at institutions of higher education, and knowledge of exchange processes is preferred.

HIRING RANGE

$55,260.32 - $80,061.24

PAYMENT APPROACH

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

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.

JOB DETAILS

• Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
• College/School/Department: Academic Affairs
• Family: Compliance
• Sub-Family: International Services
• Stream: Management
• Level: Level 2
• Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
• Employee Onsite Status: On-campus (in person)
• Telework: No
• 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: S014506
• Job Open Date: 10/06/2026
• Job Close Date: 12/17/2026
• 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.