International Student Advisor

What We Are Looking For

The International Student Advisor assists eligible international students and scholars with US Immigration procedures and documents; maintaining files as required by US law and by Baylor University; educating students on their responsibilities and requirements in order to maintain status; advising students on various benefits available to them and the proper procedures to take advantage of these benefits; calling attention to special needs related to the nature of international study and to life for nonimmigrants in a new culture.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum one year of professional work experience
• U.S Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of US immigration regulations affecting non-immigrants in F-1 and J-1 status
• 1-2 years of experience as a Designated School Official (DSO)
• Experience supporting or advising diverse and international student population

All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. 

What You Will Do

• Serve as SEVP Designated School Official (DSO) for international students and their dependents which includes evaluating financial/other documents, issuing I-20s, performing administrative updates/actions in SEVIS (e.g. registration, reinstatement, change of status, extensions, termination, CPT, OPT, on-campus work, Reduced Course Load, etc.) 
• Advise international students on immigration policies and procedures as well as clarify steps necessary to maintain status and potential consequences for violations of status
• Assist students with their transition to Baylor and the U.S. and refer to appropriate resources on-campus and within the local community
• Provide training to campus staff and faculty regarding the international student experience (regulations and cultural adjustments)
• Collaborate and communicate with campus partners to provide a welcoming atmosphere for international students (e.g. Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate School, Advising, Community Living & Learning, Registrar’s Office, Student Life, Athletics, etc.)
• Stay current on immigration policy and procedures including SEVIS administrative tasks as well as current events in international education through ongoing training, conference attendance and reviews of government policy updates
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
• Ability to comply with university policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

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