SEVIS & International Student Compliance Coordinator

Central Michigan University; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Michigan University seeks a SEVIS Coordinator to oversee the Student Exchange Visitor Information System and related regulatory compliance. The role acts as a Designated School Official (DSO), advising students on F-1 status and employment options while coordinating arrivals and program changes.

The position collaborates with technical teams to implement data reporting via Terra Dotta, develops training resources, and analyzes data to support internationalization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; DSO capability.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of federal regulations for SEVIS and student status.

Responsibilities

• Monitors student enrollment and manages batch registration each semester.
• Maintains SEVIS server updates and security certificates.
• Translates requirements into Terra Dotta workflows and batch processes.
• Advises students on F-1 status and employment authorization, and coordinates arrivals.

Skills

DSO knowledge

Communication

Organization

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in Information Systems or Higher Education

Tools

Terra Dotta (TDS)

SEVIS

XML datafile troubleshooting

Job description

Central Michigan University seeks a SEVIS Coordinator to oversee the Student Exchange Visitor Information System and related regulatory compliance. The role acts as a Designated School Official (DSO), advising students on F-1 status and employment options while coordinating arrivals and program changes.

The position collaborates with technical teams to implement data reporting via Terra Dotta, develops training resources, and analyzes data to support internationalization initiatives.