Job DescriptionThis position is responsible for serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) and as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) to federal programs by assisting F-1 and J-1 visa holding international students and J-1 visa holding scholars to achieve their objectives within the guidelines of immigration regulations, overseeing various social and cultural programs throughout the year, and collaborating with other departments across campus to raise awareness of international issues.This position is responsible for serving as a Designated School Official (DSO) and as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) to federal programs by assisting F-1 and J-1 visa holding international students and J-1 visa holding scholars to achieve their objectives within theguidelines of immigration regulations, overseeing various social and cultural programs throughout the year, and collaborating with other departments across campus to raise awareness of international issues.Responsibilities Provide counseling and advising to F-1 and J-1 visa holding international students, J-1 visa holding scholars and their dependents regarding their personal, financial, academic, intercultural, social, and immigration issues and concerns. Design and deliver informative presentations to F-1 and J-1 visa holding international students and J-1 visa holding scholars on federal immigration procedures and regulations.Serve as lead in planning, coordination, and implementation of a comprehensive orientation program for incoming F-1 and J-1 visa holding international students and J-1 visa holding scholars. Responsible for overseeing the orientation budget. Supervise, train and advise International Peer Advisors and International Peer Advisor Coordinators.Maintain positive communications and contact with international partner institutions as well as managing enrollment and immigration of students participating in 2+2 programs, exchange programs, government sponsored programs and degree seeking international students. Work with international cohorts to manage student recruitment and participation in programs at SCSU.Coordinate programs for current F-1 and J-1 visa holding international students and work to develop programs and resources for new activities and events which promote multicultural growth, awareness, knowledge, and appreciation for U.S. culture and the academic, social and cultural integration of international students and scholars, including faculty and staff. Coordinate the International Education Week program, International Friendship Program and Thanksgiving Program.Oversee the verification process of the Academic and Cultural Sharing Scholarship Activities (ACSS) and cumulative GPA. Responsible for the ACSS appeal process, appeal decisions in conjunction with the appeal committee and applying scholarships to students with approved appeals.Comply with federal regulations, policy and procedures, this includes monitoring for updates, to complete and file Curricular Practical and Optional Practical Training (CPT/OPT) for international students to seek internships and assistantships required for academic programs. Track and file data pertaining to student information (academic, professional) and communicate with US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers regarding visas.Assist with overall office planning, special projects, assessment, online initiatives, sponsored student/grant-writing, and other new initiatives. Coordinate electronic newsletter and announcements for updates, activities and events. Responsible for the development, management and dissemination of all social media including Weekly Bulletin, Twitter and Facebook.Other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree and 1 (one) year of professional advising and counseling experience or Bachelor's degree and 2 (two) years of professional advising and counseling experienceKnowledge of F-1 and J-1 regulations, including SEVIS database and functionsCompetency in understanding the needs of international studentsAbility to counsel groups or individual studentsExcellent oral and written communication skills with cross-cultural sensitivityExperience developing programs for international studentsAbility to work with students and scholars from diverse cultural backgroundsUS Citizen or permanent resident (eligible to become DSO and/or ARO certified)Preferred QualificationExperience managing volunteers and working with student and community organizationsCommitment to being a team member of a comprehensive international education services centerMust be highly motivated and have a student-centered philosophyInternational experiences such as studying, working, living or traveling abroad preferred.Other RequirementsAbility to lift and move boxes of supplies.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)Monday ? Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.On-call responsibilities related to any emergency situation affecting the health and well-being of any F-1 or J-1 international student/scholar. Evening, weekend and holiday program participation related to the international student and scholar community may be required. Due to our students and partner institutions location across the globe requires communication outside our normal working hours to accommodate other time zones.Required Documents (Upload at Time of Application)ResumeCover LetterThree (3) professional referencesUnofficial transcript(s)AboutThe successful candidate will share St. Cloud State?s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU?s It?s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system?s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community.Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Minnesota State University Association of Administrative and Service Faculty (MSUAASF) which can be found at: https://www.msuaasf.orgSt. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Chocoletta Simpson. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121

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