Job Description

We're seeking an International Student Advisor (ISA) to join the Cranwell International Center (CIC) team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. This position ensures the university complies with federal regulations for international student enrollment. The role involves managing a caseload of immigration requests, and advising international students, and requires expertise in interpreting and applying complex federal regulations and academic policies. So, if you are passionate about supporting international students, please keep reading.

When was the last time you changed the world? In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, that is exactly what we are doing every day—guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.

The ISA advises international students on immigration, employment, taxes, and other government regulations, as well as personal and financial matters. The ISA also serves as a Designated School Official, responsible for processing and signing immigration documents for F-1 students, including employment authorizations, status changes, and transfers. Accurate record-keeping and maintaining immigration status records are crucial responsibilities. In additiona, the ISA will counsel students with potentially complex and highly nuanced personal situations in line with university policies and federal regulations with the goals of maintaining their legal non-immigrant status, retaining the student, and facilitating progress towards graduation. will also Anticipate and prevent problems impacting international student satisfaction

Here is what you need to know about the role:

1. You will join the Cranwell International Center. This department exists to articulate, advocate, and act in support of international students, amplifying their contributions to the Virginia Tech community and the advancement of the university as more globally oriented and internationally connected.

2. You will report to the Assistant Director for International Student Services. This position is a Regular, Academic Year, 100% Administrative Professional appointment.

3. You will be responsible for the immigration casework and advisement of international students. In addition, as needed and capacity allows, you will also have an advising caseload to support remotely across all Virginia Tech campuses.

4. You will have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division.

5. You will be offered a salary range from $47,000 - $53,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience exercising discretion and independent judgment in making informed decisions in complex situations.
• Demonstrated experience working with complex organizational processes and procedures.
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning, interpreting, and disseminating highly technical information, regulations, and procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse populations within an intercultural context.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and balance competing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying federal immigration laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver professional presentations.
• Active involvement with NAFSA: Association of International Educators or other higher education associations.
• Demonstrated proficiency using the US Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS).
• Experience as an Alternate Responsible Officer.
• Experience with Banner or other SIS.
• Experience with Sunapsis or other student immigration management software.

Pay Band

N/A

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

$47,000 - $53,000

Review Date

10/21/2024

Additional Information

- The successful candidate must have a criminal background check.

- Must be a US citizen or US lawful permanent resident due to US Department of Homeland Security and US Department of State regulations regarding certification as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) respectively.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

About Student Affairs: Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who adopt and practice our Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth. We are actively seeking people to join our community and help us prepare leaders for the world. Our people in Student Affairs are committed to student well-being and assuring that all students Experience VT by demonstrating, supporting, and operationalizing our Aspirations for Student Learning. If you are someone dedicated to ensuring student success, then we want you to consider being a part of our team! 

About Cranwell International Center (CIC): The Cranwell International Center provides a wide range of programs and services for international students, promotes the development of global and intercultural competence in all students, and positions the university as more globally oriented and internationally connected.

Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Tanna Henry at tanna6314@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days before the event.