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Babson College · 1 month ago

International Student Advisor

Wellesley MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$38K/yr - $42K/yr

1+ years exp

Babson College is seeking an International Student Advisor responsible for immigration processing, SEVIS compliance, and student advising. The role involves providing high-quality support services to international students and working as part of a team to assist with various immigration and advising tasks.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) for the F Program and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the J Program

Responsible for the timely and accurate processing of incoming international student immigration processing and communication

Assist with SEVIS compliance through the upkeep of Terra Dotta ISSS

Assist with international student advising and request processing (travel signatures, employment) based on F/J student regulatory experience

Assist with special projects, initiatives, and events to support other areas within the Glavin Office as needed

Assume additional responsibilities as required

Qualification

SEVIS complianceF/J immigration regulationsMicrosoft Office Suite/365International student advisingMulticultural experienceAttention to detailTeam playerFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree

Must be U.S. Citizen or Lawful U.S. Permanent Resident to meet federal regulatory requirements for professional practice as a Designated School Official (DSO) or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO)

Must have a minimum of 1-3 years in higher education with preference for international student/scholar services or related experience

Demonstrated ability to work in multicultural and international community

Must have strong technology skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite/365

Demonstrated excellence in attention to detail; ability to adhere to instructions and written guidelines to ensure accuracy and consistency in following office protocols

Ability to work with ethnically, culturally, and socially diverse students, staff, and faculty

Ability to envision and propose new methods to perform tasks that support ET&A; take thoughtful risks; and accept new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results

Ability to anticipate and embrace change; demonstrate willingness to achieve, acquire, and utilize new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions

Must be a team player with ability to take initiative and complete tasks with minimal supervision

Preferred

Knowledge of F/J immigration regulations and experience with SEVIS and SEVIS batch processing software such as Terra Dotta ISSS preferred

Master's degree with international focus or relevant field preferred

Benefits

Insurance Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, group life and long-term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits.

Time Off: Starting at 3 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year.

Retirement: Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.

Additional Benefits: Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.