International Student Advisor

Posting Details

Posting Summary


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Posting Number
STA00684PO26


Job Family
Enrollment Management


Job Function
Student Services


USC Market Title
Student Services Program Coordinator


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Job Level
P2 - Professional


Business Title (Internal Title)
International Student Advisor


Campus
Columbia


Work County
Richland


College/Division
Division of Academic Affairs and Provost


Department
PROV Global Carolina


State Pay Range
G08


USC Market Range
MRE - $49,700 $60,882 $72,065


Anticipated Hiring Range
$49,700 - $55,000


Location of Vacancy

Part/Full Time
Full Time


Hours per Week
37.5


Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis
12 months


Job Search Category
Other Professional

About USC


About University of South Carolina


From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement


The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions


The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description


Advertised Job Summary


The International Student Advisor position is a key part of Global Carolina's International Student and Scholar Support Office. This position serves as the primary advisor to the F-1 and J-1 international student population on the subjects of maintaining immigration compliance. This includes advisement on topics such as international travel, full-time enrollment, work authorization, and program extensions. In addition to student advising, the International Student Advisor will focus on employment authorization education through the facilitation of employment workshops and will liaise with campus partners to ensure that international student needs are being met.

This position is an ideal fit for someone who displays a high level of cultural sensitivity as well as has the ability to work with detailed immigration federal immigration regulations.

Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

• Requires a bachelor's degree in a job related field and 2 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Banner, Ellucian software and SEVIS federal databases
• Strong communication skills (listening, speaking, writing)
• Problem-solving abilities to work with diverse faculty/staff clientele and diverse international student population of a predominantly non-native English-speaking population
• Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook, with a strong working knowledge of Excel.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in MS Excel and database management software
• Strong word processing skills
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize competing tasks
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with the general public and to work as a team member
• Ability to deal effectively with the public in handling inquiries and the ability to communicate effectively with a culturally-diverse clientele

Job Duties


Job Duty


Advising: Serves as integral part of the F-1 advising team. Serves as Designated School Official (DSO) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.Communicates effectively and consults with other advisors to ensure consistent advising. Processes program extension applications, CPT applications, OPT applications, and other immigration advising and processing needs based on knowledge of federal, state, and institutional policies.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
35


Job Duty


Employment Authorization Management: Oversees the planning and implementation of CPT and OPT workshops. Serves as the main point of contact for STEM OPT reporting.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
20


Job Duty


Sponsored Student Support: Serves as primary advisor for prospective, incoming, and current sponsored international students providing information about the university, the admissions process, advising on immigration compliance, programming coordination, and opportunities for engagement on campus and in the community.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
15


Job Duty


J-1 Student Visa Advisor: Serves as Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO) with U.S. Department of State. Serves as primary advisor for J-1 student visa needs. Works with Assistant Director to support other J-1 visa holders on an as-needed basis.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
15


Job Duty


Team Support and Management: Assists office staff with a variety of collaborative projects related to international students and affiliates at the university and the strategic goals and mission of the department.

Essential Function
Yes


Percentage of Time
15

Position Attributes


Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive
No


Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential

Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies
1


Desired Start Date

Job Open Date
09/16/2026


Job Close Date
09/30/2026


Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions to Applicant


Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 30, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities

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EEO Statement


The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.