International Student Coordinator/Designated School Official
Job description
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is seeking a full - time International Student Coordinator/DSO (Designated School Official) to manage and support programs serving a growing population of international students at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The coordinator will be a part of a high - energy, high volume case processing team that serves international students. This position offers the option to work remotely, with occasional visits to campus throughout the year.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Duties may vary and other duties may be assigned):
- Ensures that non-immigrant student applicant documents comply with Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requirements under the Student Exchange and Visitor Program (SEVP); monitors and enforces SEVP policies so F1 students are in compliance with their visa status.
- Properly interprets case histories and educates/advises students about complex DHS-SEVP policies and procedures to maintain active F-1 visa status.
- Collaborates with Graduate and Undergraduate Admission offices and Student Services on the process and workflow for initial entry into the U.S. or transfer within the U.S. from another SEVP-eligible institution.
- Complies with established administrative functional area (ISO) policies and procedures.
- Skillfully uses Terra Dotta (batch systems), SEVIS and other institutional databases to maintain administrative reporting accuracy as well as timely responses to student requests for advice and services related to their F1 status.
- Works both independently and collaboratively as a team member to achieve ISO operational performance expectations.
- Maintains large volumes of detailed casework and data entry in both the university and U.S. government databases, in accordance with technical policies and sequential procedures as directed by the supervisor.
- Efficiently uses Windows and Microsoft Office computer systems, experience with computer-based integrated student databases and receptive to the use of new technology in virtual environments
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree; Master's degree "Preferred"
- "Preferred" current DSO credentials and in-depth knowledge of the F-1 student life cycle at the undergraduate and graduate level
- Working knowledge of (F1) international student advisement highly preferred
- Current SEVP-certification as DSO with a minimum of 2 years of experience preferred
- Must be a US citizen or lawful permanent resident
- Strong customer service and communication skills to professionally interact with students and staff
- Processing large volumes of detailed casework and data entry in both the University and U.S. government databases, in accordance with technical policies and sequential procedures as directed by the supervisor
- Experience working with international and multilingual students (preferred)
ABOUT HARRISBURG UNIVERSITY
Harrisburg University offers an applied science and technology education for students who want a degree and a dedicated pathway to a career. Its focus is to educate career-minded individuals in the areas of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM careers), giving them the tools to succeed, while helping to shape their communities, locally and beyond. Our goal is to help stimulate economic growth in our region by establishing a STEM educated workforce — a necessary resource in today’s economy.
MISSION
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is an independent educational institution offering innovative academic and research programs in science and technology that respond to local and global needs. The institution fosters a diverse community of learners, provides access and support to students who want to pursue a career in science and technology, and supports business creation and economic development.
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