International Student Advisor I

Position
Details

Dept Number/Name: 0-4900-000 / USF World

Salary Plan:
Administrative

Job Code/Title: 4332 / International Student Adv. I

Hiring Salary/Salary
Range: $42,750-$45,000

Position Number: 00027266

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday,
8am-5pm, Hybrid

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

USF World is led by a USF System Vice President and is comprised of
units devoted to Research and Innovation, the Center for Strategic & Diplomatic Studies, the Confucius Institute, the Education Abroad,
Global Partnerships, International Admissions and Office of International Services; comprising a total of over 75 staff members and a budget
of approximately $4,500,000. Clients are USF faculty developing international research and global curriculum, administrators promoting the
strategic global priorities of the university, staff enacting the university strategic plan, foreign university dignitaries and current and
prospective students coming to USF from other countries and U.S. seeking global experiences. Community partners include local, state,
national, and international leaders of government and public and private organizations, including other institutions of Higher Education,
military, business and industry.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position provides immigration advising for
international students (prospective, incoming, and current) accepted into academic programs at the university; serves as a SEVIS Designated
School Official (DSO) to assist with the creation and update of immigration documents; and assists with international student onboarding.
The position is part of a team dedicated to providing international students, scholars, and staff with the best possible service,
information and programming.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a US citizen or Permanent Resident as required by
US Department of Homeland

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) in the Student
Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) operated by the Department of Homeland Security. Evaluates records of newly admitted
international students to determine immigration status and conducts timely and accurate review of financial and immigration-related
documents. Creates and issues immigration documents (I-20) for newly admitted international students via the university’s case management
software and SEVIS RTI. Advises incoming international students on immigration regulations pertaining to steps necessary to obtain an I-20
and to apply for a visa stamp at a US Embassy. Informs students about immigration benefits, maintaining immigration status, and complying
with immigration regulations as a student. Collaborates with various departments/offices for student yield, retention, and onboarding.
Responsible for updates to SEVIS including but not limited to changes to funding, program date changes, changes of level, transferring
in/out, and travel signatures.

Assists with the mandatory reporting of international student data for F-1 visa holders via batch
interface and real-time SEVIS. This includes but is not limited to updates and changes to student?s records due to semester reports,
enrollment reports, record updates/corrections, and initial verification (check in) of immigration documents of all new
students.

Participates in planning and implementing check-in (orientation) sessions for incoming students, conducts workshops/session
on immigration, culture, or other adjustment topics, and assist with all office programming and events. Essential personnel in the event of
crisis

Maintain knowledge of U.S. immigration policies, USCIS regulations, and SEVIS procedures by attending professional development
workshops and conferences, reading government publications, and staying current on immigration topics.

POSITION
QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of
specialization with a minimum of one to three years of experience in advising F-1 international students on immigration matters. Work
experience may not be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement for this position. United States citizenship or lawful permanent
resident required by DHS for access to SEVIS system.

PREFERRED:

Experience as a Designated School Official
(DSO) in SEVIS.
Completion of NAFSA Professional F-1 Advising for Beginners
Exposure to international education as demonstrated by
living in a different country, working or studying in a different country, or working with an international student
population.
Experience with software for batching to SEVIS; such as SUNAPSIS and experience with university student database such as
OASIS Banner.

USF Tampa

Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a
Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 33986

Posting Date:
04/26/2023

Posting End Date: 09/05/2023

How To Apply

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Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your
experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE
ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

USF is an equal
opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not
discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment
(whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual
harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator.
Reports may be made at any time either online or
directly to the University’s Title IX Coordinator.

Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal
Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act
(FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
and Employee Polygraph Protection Act
(EPPA).

Work Location

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About USF

The
University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other
public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report’s national university rankings than USF. Serving more than
50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by
the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state’s 12 public universities. USF is a member of the
American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South
Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment
that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through
on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance
plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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