Senior International Student Advisor
About the role
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Responsibilities
The Senior International Student Advisor is a key part of Global Carolina's International Student and Scholar Support office. This position serves as the primary advisor to the F-1 and J-1 international student population on the subjects of maintaining immigration compliance as well as international travel, full-time enrollment, work authorization, and program extensions. This position also focuses on employment authorization education through the facilitation of employment workshops and serves as a liaison with campus partners to ensure international student needs are met in a timely manner.
Requirements
- Strong word processing skills
- Ability to coordinate and prioritize competing tasks
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the general public and as a team member
- Ability to handle public inquiries effectively and communicate with culturally diverse clientele
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Banner, Ellucian software, and SEVIS databases.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with diverse clientele of a predominantly non-native English-speaking population
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