International Student Advisor
University of Oklahoma
- Norman, OK
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Serves as Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate responsible Officer
and student population. * Advises and assists prospective and admitted international students on pre-arrival immigration-related issues. Advisesinternational students on complex U.S. DHS and U.S. Department of State regulations. * Counsels and assists international students on matters related to university life and the U.S. study experience, includingfinances, transportation, employment, health insurance, adjustment to the campus, and maintenance of student status. * Processes immigration documents and immigration applications for international students. Communicates with federalagencies regarding immigration benefits for international students. * Serves as a resource to academic departments to support international students admitted and enrolled in their degreeprograms. Serves as liaison to select university offices and departments to inform on and advocate for the needs of
international students. * Actively participates in the development and growth of team expertise in the laws and regulations governing internationalstudents and in informing university administrators about university policies and procedures that ensure ongoing
compliance. * Works closely with ISS leadership, as needed, to ensure proper understanding and application of immigration regulationsand university policies, taking appropriate initiative and exercising discretion within the scope of assigned duties. * Provides support to overall functions of office where needed; actively supports the critical priorities of ISS and the Collegeof International Studies; serves on internal committees and participates in work groups to support the mission of the unit. * Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.**** Due to federal database access requirements, only U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents may apply for this position.****QualificationsRequired Education: Bachelor's degree, AND:24 months of related international experience.Equivalency/Substitution: Will accept 48 months of relevant experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree for a total of 72 months of experience. Will also accept a Master's degree and no experience.Skills:
- Effective problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to take initiative
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Evidence of strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-volume, environment
- Possess excellent written communication skills with attention to detail
- Commitment to high quality and efficient customer service
- Ability to be professional, diplomatic, composed, and proactive in varied interactions
- Excellent cross-cultural communication skills with documented experience in public speaking and delivering presentations
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