International Student Program Coordinator

Position Information

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EEO Statement


Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Faculty Rank or Job Title
International Student Program Coordinator


Job Category:
Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)


Department
Center for International Education


EEO number:
26P276


Position FTE


100%

Minimum Annual Salary
$43,888


Salary Band:
UC S03


Job Summary/Basic Function:


The primary purpose of this position is to provide immigration support and retention of international students. Provide management for international student retention and student success, co-curricular programming such as workshops, cross-cultural programming (which increase interaction between domestic and international students), and new student orientation/adaptation to campus life. Advise international students on immigration regulations and serve as University Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer for the US Department of Homeland Security and US Department of State.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least one-year related experience which can include graduate assistantships, internships, and the equivalent part time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent internet and Microsoft Office skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree.
• Three years' experience in higher education institution.
• Experience with international students.
• Working knowledge of systems such as Banner.
• Experience coordinating events and/or workshops.

Essential Functions and percent of time:

20% Immigration Processing
Support Primary Designated School Official (DSO) to process immigration documents including travel requests, major changes, and other F-1 and J-1 visa processing.

20% I-20 Issuance
Act as DSO issuing I-20s for admission purposes.

10% CPT and OPT Processing
Act as DSO processing and reporting for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT).

20% Cross-cultural programming, Retention, Student Success
Encourage and facilitate opportunities for increased student interaction between domestic and international students. Coordinate all student events including Co-Curricular Workshops, Convo Club, Coffee Hours, cultural events, and International Education Week. Plan and collaborate to organize off campus trips to various events. Manage the host family program to connect international students with local American families.

25% New student support services Plan and implement International Student Orientation program each term including preparing pre-arrival information for the website and presenting orientations sessions and activities. Provide extended orientation program to give students the tools to success at WSU. Collect data on student satisfaction with various services on campus including pre-departure and new student surveys. Supervise airport pickups and immigration check-in. Coordinate housing for all international students.

5% Other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):

Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:

Working Conditions


Occasional evening or weekend hours.

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at .

Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Date
05/21/2026


First Consideration Date:
06/01/2026


Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes