International Student Advisor

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Ames, IA - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Title:

International Student Advisor

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experience

Special Required Qualifications

Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident for access to SEVIS as required by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Department of State.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree.

Experience working in an international office.

Experience engaging with international populations.

Designated School Official(DSO) Responsible Officer(RO) Alternate Responsible Officer(ARO) or Principal Designated School Official(PDSO).

Demonstrated experience advising students in an educational setting preferably within higher education or student affairs.

Job Description:

Are you looking for a role that allows you to support individuals on their academic journey Are you seeking a role that brings variety challenge and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

If so the International Students and Scholars Office(ISSO) at Iowa State University is currently seeking a dedicated International Student Advisor to provide vital guidance and resources helping students thrive both academically and personally in their new environment. This position will be classified as an International Students and Scholars Advisor II.

What Youll Do:

  • Advise international students on academic personal and immigration matters.

  • Provide cultural adjustment counseling and connect students to campus resources.

  • Collaborate with departments (e.g. admissions housing) to support student needs.

  • Assist students during emergencies or crises.

  • Support departmental projects and policy development.

  • Serves as a Designated School Official (DSO) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) with the U.S. Department of State.

  • Maintain knowledge of F-1 and J-1 regulations.

  • Ensure accurate reporting and processing of immigration benefits.

  • Manage student immigration records and database updates.

  • Use data to identify and address immigration compliance issues.

  • Generate and analyze weekly semester and ad hoc reports.

  • May train and mentor advisors; teach transition courses.

  • Draft and manage communications (email web print).

  • Promote services through outreach and events.

  • Support program development and student engagement.

  • Participate in scholarship/emergency funding committees.

The successful candidate for this position must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident for access to SEVIS as required by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Department of State.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

About ISSO:

ISSO facilitates the seamless integration and success of international employees scholars and students by providing expert services guidance on immigration compliance and comprehensive support around unique international challenges.

Leveling Guidelines

Intermediate-level position with solid professional and/or technical skills working under general supervision to achieve goals

Applies broad working knowledge of the principles of the field to moderately complex difficult and varied problems and issues

Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action and resolve problems

Responds to a broad range of inquiries and requests

May provide training and/or direction to lower-level staff

May lead projects of moderate scope and complexity

Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS807

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.Why Choose ISUIowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as: Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans Generous vacation holiday and sick time and leave plans Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa) Life insurance and long-term disability Flexible Spending Accounts Various voluntary benefits and discounts Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing program Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when where and how you do your work. For more information please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

October 28 2025

Posting Close Date:

November 10 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R18010


Required Experience:

Intern

Position Title:International Student AdvisorJob Group:Professional & ScientificRequired Minimum Qualifications:Bachelors degree and 2 years of related experienceSpecial Required QualificationsMust be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident for access to SEVIS as required by the U.S. Department of...
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