Seton Hall University - International Student Advisor and ESL Coordinator
International Student Advisor and ESL Coordinator
Job No: 495502
Full Time/Part Time: Full-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Administrator
Seton Hall University is seeking candidates for the position of International Student Advisor and ESL Coordinator. This position will report jointly to the Director of International Programs and the Office of English as a Second Language, and acts as a liaison for international students between university offices, student organizations and community organizations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
OFFICE OF INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS: *Identify, interpret, and apply relevant law, government, and institutional policy within the scope of advising international students and visiting scholars as Designated School Official (DSO) for F-1 visa holders and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for J-1 visa holders. *Functional responsibilities may include communication and student support; Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) compliance; student engagement and professional development; data management; and report generation. *Cultivate relationships and advise international students on complex issues related to immigration regulations: maintaining lawful status; eligibility for part-time enrollment; Issuance of initial and edited versions of Form I-20 (Certificate of F-1 Eligibility) and Form DS-2019; program extensions; practical training; campus employment; and other F-1/J-1 benefits and regulations as allowed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regulations. *Issue new Form I-20s for authorization and prepare relevant documentation and applications. *Develop and maintain partnerships on and off-campus to advocate for the international student community. *Support orientation, cultural adjustment, co-curricular engagement, advocacy, and professional development programs that impact and involve international students. *This position may also assume additional administrative responsibilities as assigned, in a multifunction office supporting both study abroad and international student outreach and support.
ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE: *Recruit ESL students and publicize the program. *Keep office hours and respond to student, staff, and community questions and requests. *Work with Program Director to ensure program curriculum is relevant and reflects the latest developments in the field of ESL. *Supports and monitors ESL student persistence and completion. *Collaborates with faculty and chairs to monitor student progress toward goals and ensure/provide appropriate academic advising/support/resources. *Provide proactive advising to a cohort of students enrolled in ESL classes as needed or assigned and/or serve as a liaison and resource to students and faculty of ESL courses or sections.
Required Qualifications:
- Strong administrative work experience coordinating and collaborating on projects
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
- Strong research and data analysis skills, including advanced level in Excel
- Demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team
- Strong skills of self-discipline, self-management, and ability to work independently
- Ability to professionally interact with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, to include stellar listening abilities and superior written and verbal communication are required for success in this position.
Desired Qualifications:
- Two to three years of job-related experience.
- Experience in a university environment advising international students on F-1 and J-1 visas.
- Experience using Banner and Terra Dotta.
- Master's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses and Certificates:
Salary Grade:
AD150 - Administrative
Exempt/Nonexempt:
Physical Demands:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the principles of affirmative action.
Advertised: 20 Dec 2022
Application Closes:
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