International Admissions Compliance Specialist

About the role

The International Admissions Compliance Specialist is responsible for reviewing international applicant documentation and issuing initial form I-20's in compliance with federal regulations. This position ensures accuracy and completeness of records within the admissions process and supports international students through pre-arrival requirements. Additionally, this role assists with residency determination in accordance with Texas law and institutional policy.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, evaluates, and processes of international applicant documentation to determine eligibility for initial I-20 issuance.
• Ensures accuracy and completeness of student biological, academic, and financial information prior to I-20 creation.
• Issues initial I-20 in the Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) for admitted F-1 students with compliance with federal regulations.
• Communicates with student applicants regarding status, required documentation, missing items, visa application procedures, and next steps in the I-20 visa process.
• Maintains detailed and accurate records of all documentation used for I-20 issuance to support compliance and audit readiness.
• Monitors I-20 queues and ensures timely processing in alignment with admissions deadlines and enrollment goals.
• Assist with internal and external audits, reporting, and documentation requests related to issuance of initial I-20's.
• Assists with residency determination by reviewing documentation and supporting classification processes in accordance with Texas law and institutional policy.
• Meet and counsel students on policies and procedures relating to visa application procedures and residency determination.
• Stays current on federal regulations related to SEVIS and initial I-20 issuance requirements and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required: Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and two (2) years of experience in admissions, international education, or a related field, or six (6) years of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience issuing initial I-20s in higher education setting.
• Familiarity with SEVIS and F-1 visa regulations.
• Experience with residency determination processes in Texas.
• Experience working in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience working with Student Information Systems, document management systems, such as PeopleSoft, Perceptive Content, and Slate CRM.

Skills

• Knowledge of federal regulations governing F-1 student visa processes and SEVIS requirements.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex legal and regulatory requirements consistently.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail when reviewing documentation and timelines.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment while adhering to statutory standards and institutional policy.

Schedule

Monday through Friday; 8:00am through 5:00pmHybrid work environment (remote & in-office) may be offered after probational period

Benefits

Position is benefit eligible: Yes. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees at the University. https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits