Advisor II, International Student Recruiting & Designated School Official
Lone Star College

Job Info

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Job Title: Advisor II, International Student Recruiting & Designated School Official
Location: LSC-Tomball
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 37811
Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Advance Equity
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College was recognized in five areas: Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; and Work/Life Balance.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Tomball

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 93,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2021 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education and ranked 35th in Texas in the Forbes 'America's Best Employers By State' list.LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Founded in 1988, Lone Star College-Tomball is the third oldest college in the LSC system. LSC-Tomball offers a wide range of academic and workforce programs and is a leading college in the health sciences. LSC-Tomball is the founding college of the lifePATH® program, a four-year degree for adults with cognitive disabilities. LSC-Tomball enjoys a joint library partnership with Harris County Public Library, and we offer an early college high school with the Tomball Independent School District.

Location address is 30555 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77375.Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The advisor will work collaboratively with all members of the college and the community to support international students through inquiry enrollment and student engagement to completion and transfer. The international advisor will also serve as the Designated School Official for the college, maintain and comply with SEVIS regulations. The advisor performs a wide-range of duties to meet the needs of international students on maintaining lawful status, granting immigration benefits, resolving status violations and advising prospective and current students about the student visa process.

SEVP/SEVIS REPORTING ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Serve as an authorized Designated School Official (DSO) for the F-1 visa program (Student & Exchange Visitor Information System) databaseProvide SEVIS and functional support for international students including but not limited to SEVIS record maintenance, internal audits, and federally-mandated registration and reporting each term at LSC campuses as neededReview and determine eligibility of prospective students and grant documents necessary to maintain F1 status Advise international students and their dependents on maintaining lawful status through continuous education on regulations, policies and procedures Develop instructions/handbook for students to apply for federal benefits- change of status, reinstatements, CPT, OPT etc.Process F-1 applications Responsible for student compliance with the LSC F-1 Student Health Insurance RequirementHandle critical aspects of the cross-college operation, and various SEVIS (Student & Exchange Visitor Information System) processes to ensure that the international student services are appropriately supportedMonitor academic and graduation progress of international students Manage confidential paper and electronic files in accordance with university, FERPA, USCIS, DHS, and DOS regulations Responsible for on-going data maintenance and integrity in SEVIS, PeopleSoft, and I-STARProvide systemic support for a year-round office that works with students, faculty, staff, and dependents in Lone Star College including back up support for fellow DSO's as neededResponsible for other related duties as assigned

STUDENT ADVISING ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Serve as primary mentor for international students
2. Collaborate with academic departments and international faculty advisors to ensure international student acclimation to campus and the community
3. Assist with International Programs procedures related to international faculty, visiting scholars, and staff
4. Serve as an advocate for international students creating multicultural awareness on campus
5. Plan, organize and implement a wide variety of student events including but not limited to cultural and diversity programming
6. Overseeing international student emissaries in collaboration with faculty advisors
7. Act as official liaison between International Programs and its respective constituencies to provide important information regarding student status, academic, and campus engagement
8. Work collaboratively with other departments such as student activity, ESOL, and programs, to help achieve our collective student experiences
9. Plans required orientation for new F-1 students each semester
10. May be required to advise international students on academic and graduation plans as well as Honors advising as part of a collaborative office
11. Engage international students to every college opportunities such as student government, Honors college, student clubs and community volunteerism
Responsible for other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of F-1 visa regulations and SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System)Ability to comprehend, analyze and apply immigration regulations, including the Student and Exchange Visitor Information SystemDemonstrated commitment to diversityAbility to work independently and collaboratively Detail-oriented work style with focus on accuracy, ability to research and analyze information, including government documents and regulations Knowledge of computer programs utilized in the generation of reports and other documentsAbility to solve problemsAbility to multitask, work on several projects with multiple students at the same timeSuperior communication skills to effectively and professional communicate using tact and diplomacy with internal and external campus community including international visitorsMust possess excellent customer service and public relations skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive communications with employees and external agencies

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• Willingness to work long and non-traditional hours when needed
• Standard office work week; some evenings and weekends, travel required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceU.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residence is required for certification as a DSO and/or Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) by the federal government
• Transportation between LSC campuses and centers required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with agents for international student recruitment
• Experience working with EducationUSA offices
• At least 2 years of experience as a Designated School Official and working in SEVIS
PeopleSoft system experience

Salary

Hiring salary range is $43,070-$49,531

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions Go to the Job Search page, click on 'My Activities' at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on 'Add Attachment.' Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume. If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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