International Program Specialist AS7099

About the role

Join a globally engaged university committed to regulatory excellence, internationalization, and high-quality service to scholars and students. We are seeking a knowledgeable professional to serve as an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the University’s J-Visa program and a Designated School Official (DSO) for prospective graduate-level F-1 students.

Responsibilities

• Complete all required Department of State training
• Issue J-Visa and F-Visa documents
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and institutional immigration policies
• Maintain accurate SEVIS records
• Prepare and interpret DOS forms
• Cook up and interpret orientation and cross-cultural activities
• Assist with annual reporting such as IIE Open Doors
• Support the administration of J-Visa programs
• Oversee Terra Dotta integration and data accuracy
• Manage user permissions
• Ensure seamless data flow between RTI and university systems
• Participate in professional development through NAFSA
• Maintain current regulatory knowledge
• Communicate updates to campus stakeholders
• Issue I-20s for prospective graduate students
• Advise them on visa processing, U.S. entry, transfers, and next steps for successful arrival
• Lead ISS person on conversion, integration and maintenance of the Terra Dotta software
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in International Relations, Management, Business, Social Sciences, Education, International Studies, Foreign Languages, Accounting, Finance or related
• One year of related experience
• Notary Public within one year of initial hire
• Designated School Official (F-visas) - required after hire
• Alternate Responsible Officer (J-visas) - required after hire

Qualifications

• Master's degree in International Studies / Social Sciences / Business / Education / Counseling related
• International work outside of the United States, Immigration Officer, English Language Institute-ESL office experience, Student Services office experience

Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge

• Work well with International Students
• Professional Communication skills
• Sensitivity to cultural issues and differences
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills