Designated School Official/Student Advisor (International)
Job Description
Full job description
Supports the Admissions office as a Designated School Official (DSO) by preparing SEVIS I-20 Forms for prospective students and maintains international student records to meet compliance standards for the U.
S Immigration and Naturalization Service.
Addresses the special needs of new students by providing College advising, scheduling of classes, aiding students through the enrollment processes and guiding applicants to any of the various support services.
Maintains confidentiality with protected information under FERPA and HIPAA.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Serve as a DSO and interviews international students, or family members, to assess their needs for issuance of SEVIS I-20 Forms for admissions, transfer or change of status.
Serve and advise international students on various standard issues impacting them, such as personal, financial needs, academic issues, immigration, health insurance and health care, travel, taxes and financial aid such as loans, grants or scholarships.
Monitor all College International Student SEVIS Activities Programs, which includes audits and status alerts (CPT, OPT, etc. serves as liaison between the HCC, federal and state agencies.
Check prospective student’s documents to determine eligibility to receive a Student Visa according to the U.
S.
Immigration & Custom Enforcement policies and procedures.
Check and image documentation for all incoming international students, complete student file and assist with testing and registration information at various campuses.
Maintain a current filing system for currently-enrolled international students; update each semester to ensure each file is complete and ready for audit.
Monitor international student progress each semester to ensure compliance with the U.
S.
Immigration & Custom Enforcement.
Monitor and process the import and export of student records to SEVIS from the information management system twice each day.
Responsible for monitoring and maintaining informational packets for international students.
Coordinate with various departments System wide and provide services to students, staff and faculty.
Prepare reinstatement, change of status, work authorization and optional practical training documents to request action by different entities under Department of Homeland Security.
Perform on-going reviews of compliance and regulations mandated by the Department of Homeland Security governing non-immigrant students in order to ensure continued Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) compliance with international student’s record.
Maintain data integrity for the Department.
Provide academic and immigration advising to prospective and current international students.
Guide students in the awareness and planning of their post-secondary school curriculum including the selection of the courses and programs of study.
Assist with the planning and facilitation of international student programs such as orientation, workshops, new student check in, international education week, and seminars.
Comprehend and communicate technical information effectively and diplomatically.
Assist with continuous improvement efforts in the Office regarding recruitment and retention of students and professional development for staff.
Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required
- 2 years’ work experience in post-secondary institution, including 1 year SEVIS experience; some experience in the following areas:
- Experience with program development, Academic or related services, providing services for people of diverse cultural backgrounds, experiences, and ages is preferred
- Valid Texas Driver License
- MS Office Programs
- Information Management System
- Budget Management
- Bilingual preferred
- U.
S Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS), Student Exchange Visitor Information (SEVIS) Rules and Regulations
- Delivering High Quality Work
- Accepting Responsibility
- Serving Customers
- Supporting Organizational Goals
- Driving Continuous Improvement
- Acting with Integrity
- Thinking Critically
- Managing Change
- Communicating Effectively
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest singly-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
- 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
- Osvaldo Gomez, Interim Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
- Office of Institutional Equity
- PO Box 667517
- Houston, TX 77266
- 713.718.8271 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.
Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.
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