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Job: University of South Dakota – Intl Student Advisor

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Posted by Sean Pavlik (Fukui-ken, 2010-12), International Programs Officer for the DC-based Congressional Study Group on Japan. Click here to join the JETwit Jobs Google Group and receive job listings even sooner by email.

The University of South Dakota is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of International Student Advisor. This position will support the University’s international student population and Center for Academic & Global Engagement. It serves as Designated School Official (DSO) for the F-1 program and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) for the Exchange Visitors Program (J-1), and will evaluate and address student issues with independent authority to advise on a case by case basis on their legal immigration status in the United State. This includes evaluating and processing all necessary documents and reporting as required by law. In addition, this position is responsible for developing, coordinating, promoting, implementing, and evaluating programs and activities that facilitate enhanced leadership, communication, community involvement, cross-cultural friendships, and adjustment to the US culture and USD campus life. This includes providing advice and assistance to international students on all aspects of their academic and cross-cultural experience. The position will also provide leadership in strategically important liaison roles, such as working with faculty and staff across campus, in supporting international students and the Center. This position will advocate and support students by making referrals to appropriate campus and community resources, implement programs designed to help students achieve academic success and intercultural competence, and serve as advisor to co-curricular programming for international and domestic students. It will also teach a first year experience program for international students.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, Master’s preferred in college student personnel, international studies, higher education administration, or related fields. Other required qualifications: immigration regulation knowledge, excellent communication skills, college student support (1-3 years) experience, developing and delivering programming for college students, professionalism, cultural awareness, assessment skills and problem-solving. U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency required as mandated by federal regulations. Must be able to hold a passport/travel internationally. Preferred Qualifications: Experience as a DSO.

Diversity and inclusiveness are values that are embraced and practiced at the University of South Dakota. Candidates who support these values are encouraged to apply.

A complete application will consist of a letter of application, a current resume, the names and contact information for three professional references, and a professional writing sample of 3 pages or less. Questions may be sent to Eric Leise, Assistant Director, Eric.Leise@usd.edu

First review date November 19, 2014. Open until filled. Job application available under University of South Dakota at http://yourfuture.sdbor.edu.