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International Student Advisor

Employer
Computer Systems Institute
Location
Chicago, IL
Closing date
Dec 6, 2022

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Specialty
Student & Scholar Services
Position Type
Adviser / Advisor
Hours
Full-time
Employment Type
Internship / Student
Organization Type
Non-profit
Job Description

Designated School Official

Department - Compliance

Reports to - Director of SEVIS

FLSA Status - Non-Exempt

General Purpose

This position serves as CSI’s Designated School Official (DSO) for the F visa programs for SEVIS and other reporting. Also, CSI offers a competitive benefits package to our full time employees.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
  • Maintain F-1 visa related administrative work; Issue I-20s.
  • Provide guidance to students regarding F-1 student status procedures and policies. This includes assisting students and staff with inquiries and matters related to the Admissions or Registrar's Office.
  • Update student information on all CSI database systems and in the SEVIS database, as well as, update the corresponding internal reports and systems ensuring all necessary documentation is receive.
  • Assist students with application for CPT.
  • Other tasks as assigned.

Supervisory

This is not a supervisory role.

Education and/or Experience
  • Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.
  • 1 year of experience as a DSO.
  • Specific working knowledge of immigration regulations, specifically applicable to F-1 student visa and familiarity with most common visa types required.
  • Demonstrated experience working with students, scholars, and staff from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Ability to help others from diverse cultures who have various levels of English proficiency
  • Commitment to a strong customer service orientation.
  • Ability to handle sensitive cases and problems in an appropriate and confidential manner.
  • Strong skills in communicating effectively, orally and in writing, with students, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.
  • Strong computer skills in word processing.

    Benefits Offered
  • Health Insurance.
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plan
  • Profit Sharing
  • 401K
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation & Earned Sick Time)
  • Employee Discount Program
Company DescriptionOur school is focused on helping students get the skills and support they need to reach their goals. Whether you are looking to improve your professional skills or to pursue further academic study, CSI can help!

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