International Services Advisor

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

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JOB SUMMARY

This position serves as a SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Office (ARO). The primary function is to issue, track, update, report, and maintain immigration records under the Student and Exchange Visitor System (SEVIS) and advise international students and exchange visitors on topics related to their immigration status. Must be able to interpret and follow Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) rules and regulations. Assists in development and implementation of international student orientation programs with over site of International Ambassadors.

JOB DUTIES

Immigration Advising

• Serves a SEVIS Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for international students, exchange visitors, and their dependents. Interprets, processes and signs US Department of Homeland Security and US Department of State forms for school transfers, registration, change of status, reinstatement, program extension, employment, practical training, travel, re-entry, and other immigration issues

• Provides active case management to an assigned caseload of students

• Updates information and tracking of students and exchange visitors through the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) required database SEVIS

• Updates and records information in Slate and Terra Dotta systems

• Provides immigration and compliance information to international students

• Follows-up on SEVIS alerts to ensure that SEVIS records forstudents and exchange visitors are updated. Initiates and maintains communication with the SEVIS Help Desk to resolve any issues that impact SEVIS records

Student Support

• Provides direct cultural intervention for students at risk or struggling to maintain personal or academic success at the University

• Provides cultural advising to students

• Serves as a liaison and supplemental support for campus resources

• Collaborates with campus departments and local community organizations on issues and programs pertinent to international populations

Programming

• Plans and executes OIS-sponsored events and activities in coordination with student government and organizations

• Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; supplemented with two (2) years of work experience. 

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

• Applicants with a strong passion for international education and strongly encouraged to apply.

• Experience working with international students preferred.

• Experience with immigration, SEVIS, and Terra Dotta is preferred.

• Fluency in English and a secondary language fluency preferred.

Preferred Skills

Familiarity and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse international student population

Event management skills
Knowledge of US immigration and visa regulations
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Ability to work successfully in a team-oriented environment

Interpersonal/human relations skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to interpret instructions

Ability to organize time, projects, and details 

Ability to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and timeliness in a fast-paced environment 

Ability to relate/interact with diverse student populations, institutional personnel, and the public 

Written and verbal communication skills
Ability to adapt to work environment changes, and relate to diverse population.
Ability to assess situation and exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance 
Ability to operate personal computer and various software programs

Salary Range: $46,720 - $54,000

·       Pay commensurate with direct/relevant years of experience

Applicants must include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume/curriculum vitae.  You can upload these items on the third page "My experience" of the application.

Function

Staff Program Support

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.