International Student & Scholar Advisor

About the Opportunity

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. 

JOB SUMMARY:

The International Student and Scholar Advisor (ISSA) provides advising services to international students and scholars on F/J visas. The Advisor serves as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) and utilizes the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) to perform necessary functions, gather data, create reports, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Advises international students on F-1 and J-1 visas and J-1 scholars to ensure maintenance of their non-immigrant status.
• Provides counseling and advising to international students and scholars on immigration related matters, employment authorization acculturation, academic, social, personal adjustment, etc.
• Provides guidance to NU academic departments and key contacts on regulatory requirements, institutional policies, and OGS protocols.
• Advises students regarding obtaining social security numbers; and communicates with Co-op Advisors and students as needed.
• Maintains updated knowledge of federal regulations and SEVIS procedures to provide timely and comprehensive advising.
• Participates in planning and implementing orientation programs as they pertain to immigration authorization and initial review of F and J regulations with new students.
• Designs and/or delivers regulatory training for students, scholars, and relevant colleagues.
• Collaborates with students, scholars, and other offices at Northeastern to enhance the global network of the university.
• Actively contributes to developing, designing, and implementing programs and systems needed to support and enrich the international student and scholar experience at Northeastern.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of privacy laws and ability to utilize discretion and confidentiality when advising students/scholars.
• Knowledge of immigration regulations and experience in working international students/scholars.
• Ability and willingness to multitask and adopt the Northeastern fast-paced innovative model of work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field related to international education, social sciences, or humanities plus at least 1-3 years’ experience as a DSO/ARO. US citizenship or lawful permanent residency are required in order to be a DSO/ARO.

Position Type

Student Services

Additional Information

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.  

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.  

Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff.  Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion. 

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other  characteristic protected by applicable law.

To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see www.northeastern.edu/diversity.