Pennington Biomedical Research Center · 1 month ago
International Student Advisor - Global
0101 William B. Hatcher Hall
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expPennington Biomedical Research Center, part of Louisiana State University, is seeking an International Student Advisor to provide high-quality immigration guidance to international students. The role involves advising students on immigration and intercultural issues, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and supporting their integration into the university community.
Research
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of State’s reporting requirements impacting international students
Counsel international students, university staff, and faculty on a broad range of immigration and intercultural issues
Advise international students in person or virtually on personal, academic, career, social, and cultural matters
Assist with meeting the ongoing reporting and compliance requirements of immigration regulations using the SEVIS and Sunapsis systems
In collaboration with other departments and external organizations, assist with providing services and support for international students and their families
Share the document and request processing workload with advisors in ISS
Remain current on relevant immigration regulations and policies impacting the international student populations at LSU
Assist with the preparation and delivery of workshops, presentations, and other programming related to immigration services for international students and scholars
Serve as the primary point of contact for LSU Global students and staff
Represent ISS in LSU Global meetings related to international students in the program
Monitor new LSU Global students’ initial semester arrival, enrollment, and credit hour status in the LSU system
Work with the Director of ISS to streamline the administrative responsibilities related to LSU Global and ensure a smooth working relationship with the program
Assist with other duties as assigned by the Director of International Student Services
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years working with international students in a university setting
General understanding of other U.S. immigration laws and classifications
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office
Technical ability to interface with student information systems such as Workday for students and Sunapsis
U.S. Citizenship or Lawful Permanent Residence is required to be a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for approval to access Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS)
Strong inter-cultural oral and written communication skills - Proficient
Ability to work independently as well as in a team - Proficient
Detail-oriented and time management skills - Proficient
Ability to work successfully with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds - Proficient
Ability to have a student-centered approach to advising and interacting with students - Proficient
Preferred
Master's degree and 2-4 years of experience advising F-1 and J-1 international students
Strong knowledge of government regulations pertaining to relevant status categories (e.g., F-1, J-1), and familiarity with other immigration classifications
Previous experience with technology functions of an office interfacing directly with international students
Benefits
Health, life, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement options
Various leave options
Paid holidays
Wellness benefits
Tuition exemption for qualified positions
Training and development opportunities
Employee discounts
Company
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, a campus of Louisiana State University, is a world-renowned leader at the forefront of medical discoveries as it relates to obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and dementia.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2023-07-07
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