Immigration Advisor

Posting Number:
Posting/Functional Title:

Immigration Advisor

University Pay Plan Title:

Student Development Specialist II

Location:

San Marcos

Department:

International Affairs

Recruitment Type:

Open to All

Job Type:

Full-Time

Funding Source:

Permanent

Monthly Salary:

$3,901.08 - $4,120.00

Job Category :

Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.:

• Bachelor's degree
• Sensitivity to and ability to operate in a cross-cultural setting.
• Experience advising students in a university context.
• Experience researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills with attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to work in a fast pace and complex environment.
• Experience with HE software and platforms such as Microsoft Suite and Dynamic Forms.
• Data management and analytics.

Due to federal database access requirements, only U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents may apply for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Experience as a Designated School Official.
• Experience working with international students.
• Experience with database management is highly desirable.
• Interpret complex regulatory requirements.
• Evidence of strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, environment.
• Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Experience with oral presentations desirable.

Job Description:

The Immigration Advisor for the Office of International Student and Scholar Services provides intermediate level advising for students in the F-1 program and serves as a Designated School Official (DSO). Specific position related duties are listed below in terms of immigration processes this position oversees. This position reports to the Senior Immigration Advisor and Supervisor (PDSO).

Job Duties:

• Provides advising for F1 students currently at TXST on all levels
• Advises and processes both transfer in and out students
• Oversees Immigration Check-In Process and the initial registration of the records
• Ensure all current students are registered into SEVIS
• Update I-20's including changes in major, address, and program extensions
• Manages reduced course load requests
• Processes SSN Letters
• Manage student withdrawals from the institution
• Manages concurrently enrolled students
• Oversees the Dynamic Forms International Affairs database and regularly makes updates, as needed
• Participate in new student check-in, orientation, special topic workshops, and joint programming with ISSS and other departmental programs
• Work with International Recruiter to make sure website is up to date about F1 visas and other immigration information
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Open Date:

04/04/2025

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight):

04/18/2025

Open Until Filled:

No

Normal Work Days:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start:

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End:

5:00PM

Posting Notices:

You will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why State? :

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents.

• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more.

• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.

• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you'll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.

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