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Assistant Director International Admissions and International Student/Scholar Advisor (ISSA)

This position is responsible for international student recruitment and international student retention that will meet enrollment goals.  This leader will serve as the campus DSO/ARO and maintain compliance with all federal regulations and follow all Department of Homeland Security requirements.  This is a full time, on-campus position.  Generous benefits include health, retirement, considerable time off and access to multiple tuition scholarship programs for employees and dependents.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Create and execute an international student recruitment plan that will meet enrollment goals; process decisions regarding admitting, denying or waitlisting applicants; chairs the International Admissions Committee; communicates with prospective and admitted students from point of application through graduation; communicates and works closely with financial aid office
  • Serve as DSO/ARO for the university’s F and J visa programs; responsible for institutional compliance with the code of federal regulations; maintain appropriate records and files, as well as prepare and distribute required documents and reports on international students, faculty, staff and visitors for various constituents; DSO/ARO duties with SEVIS including issuance of I-20s/DS-2019s; manage semesterly SEVIS registration for all IWU-sponsored students
  • Serve as International Student Advisor; assist students in complying with government regulations concerning their immigration status, visas, passports, insurance coverage, employment authorization, and related matters; referral to campus partners for necessary support; organize multi-day orientation (August and January) including pre-arrival logistics; advise international students on cross-cultural adjustment; maintain knowledge and understanding of federal regulations; manage ongoing reminders and communication of pertinent timelines
  • Serve as International Scholar Advisor; assist guest and scholars in complying with government regulations; serve as resource to faculty, staff and exchange visitors; act as liaison with departments and faculty sponsoring scholars/visitors

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • 1 year related experience with student advising or immigration compliance required, 3 years preferred
  • Knowledge of the SEVIS system or previous experience as a DSO/ARO preferred
  • Experience living, working, or studying abroad, or similar experience with foreign nationals in the US; demonstrated experience working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds preferred
  • US citizenship or legal permanent residency required to serve as a DSO/ARO

 

Application Information:

Please submit a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references.   Within the cover letter, applicants should share their understanding of inclusion and how their experiences have prepared them to contribute to the IWU commitment of building a diverse and inclusive environment.  Please download the application at www.iwu.edu/human-resources/Positions.html.

 

Review of applicant materials will begin immediately; position is open until filled.  Submit to:

hr@iwu.edu

Illinois Wesleyan University
Human Resources, Holmes 209
1312 N. Park Street
Bloomington, IL  61701 

Phone: (309) 556-3536
Fax:  (309) 556-1710 

 

The final candidate will pass a pre-employment background investigation.

 

$46-$50k, based on experience

 

Illinois Wesleyan University does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must reside and be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire; maintain work authorization throughout the employment term.

Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to supporting and further building our community in these dimensions. Illinois Wesleyan University is an EEO Employer.  Illinois Wesleyan University’s sexual misconduct policy may be accessed at https://www.iwu.edu/title-ix/sexual-misconduct-policy.html.  Illinois Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusive excellence; details at www.iwu.edu/diversity.