SEVIS Compliance Specialist & International Student Advisor

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston is seeking a dedicated international student advisor to ensure SEVIS compliance and counsel students and scholars on immigration rules. You will manage SEVIS reporting and advise on visa matters.

Responsibilities include supervising data entry, coordinating orientation, and assisting departments with visa concerns while maintaining confidentiality. Strong Microsoft Office skills and multi-tasking ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education required.
• U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residency required.
• Minimum of three years of directly job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure SEVIS compliance and accuracy of data reported.
• Supervise data entry personnel and SEVIS reporting procedures.
• Authorize visa status changes and practical training per DHS rules.
• Coordinate student/scholar orientation and check-in; advise on cultural adjustment.
• Communicate visa concerns to academic departments and monitor employment for international students/scholars.
• Coordinate employment seminars and assist with grants for international students and scholars.
• Train new counselors and maintain office materials and publications.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organization

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SEVIS

Job description

The University of Houston is seeking a dedicated international student advisor to ensure SEVIS compliance and counsel students and scholars on immigration rules. You will manage SEVIS reporting and advise on visa matters.

Responsibilities include supervising data entry, coordinating orientation, and assisting departments with visa concerns while maintaining confidentiality. Strong Microsoft Office skills and multi-tasking ability are essential.