SEVIS & International Student Compliance Lead

Uniglobalcareers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston System is seeking a SEVIS Compliance Coordinator for the Graduate School to support compliance activities related to international students and scholars. The role emphasizes advising, SEVIS data management, visa guidance, and communication support in coordination with the ISSS Office.

The position also assists with cross-cultural adjustments and maintaining accurate student records related to immigration requirements, contributing to institutional compliance and student

Qualifications

• Knowledge of SEVIS compliance processes.
• Experience advising international students and scholars.
• Understanding of visa status and employment authorization guidance.
• Ability to support cross-cultural adjustments.
• Ability to coordinate orientation and check-in activities.
• Ability to manage student communications and records.
• Experience with immigration-related documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all aspects of SEVIS.
• Coordinate with International Student & Scholar Services Office (ISSSO).
• Counsel international students and scholars on immigration laws.
• Support cross-cultural adjustments for international students.
• Manage SEVIS data and related records.
• Provide advising on visa status and employment authorization.
• Coordinate orientation and student check-in activities.
• Advise academic departments on visa concerns.
• Process grants related to student support activities.
• Support communications for international students.
• Assist with I-20 issuance requirements.

Skills

SEVIS compliance

Advising international students

Visa status guidance

Cross-cultural support

Orientation coordination

Student records management

Job description

The University of Houston System is seeking a SEVIS Compliance Coordinator for the Graduate School to support compliance activities related to international students and scholars. The role emphasizes advising, SEVIS data management, visa guidance, and communication support in coordination with the ISSS Office.

The position also assists with cross-cultural adjustments and maintaining accurate student records related to immigration requirements, contributing to institutional compliance and student