International Advisor

Advise international students on pertinent immigration regulations; provide programming for those students. This position assists international students, scholars and their dependents with immigration regulations that must be followed to maintain legal residency in the United States. Helps students update and maintain student and scholar records in the federal government's database. Processes needed documents for international students and scholars. Provide vital guidance and resources, helping students thrive both academically and personally. Advise student group.

ISSS serves as the chief liaison office for immigration advising, cultural adaptation, international student and scholar compliance, networking, connections, and academic support with university departments, government agencies, and community advocates.

The Office of International Programs was established in 1986 as part of the Provost Office:

• to strengthen communication and coordination among K-State's many international programs,
• to achieve identified strategic planning goals for the university's further internationalization and global engagement, and
• to provide a focal point for external international contacts and agreements.

The OIP plays a prominent role in the global engagement of the University. This includes the internationalization of faculty, departments and colleges, student programs, faculty/staff development, curriculum development, and area studies at K-State.

The units within the Office of International Programs provide primary support for both incoming international students, scholars, faculty and researchers and for students, faculty and researchers going abroad.

K-State is currently engaged in many exchange programs with institutions around the globe

International students make up some of both the undergraduate and graduate student body, which gives our university an essential component to make our students globally competent. Our students come from many countries. While international students experience our campus, they also provide global perspectives to classroom discussions, expand our research connections, create cultural awareness among our students, and help engage students to experience other countries and cultures.

This position is on-site.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 1 year of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree
• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in international education and/or student services.
• Ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Please submit the following documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Three Professional References

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

$42,224 - $53,809 Annually