Title: International Student & Scholar Services Coordinator

Application Review Date: 08/08/2025

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

• Advise students and scholars on matters pertaining to F-1 and J-1 immigration regulations.
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and an Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO).
• Manage and update the SEVIS database to comply with federal immigration regulations.
• Advise international students on cultural adjustments, referring students as needed.
• Assist international students with the process to apply for OPT, CPT, reinstatement, change of status, Social Security number, and driver's license, among others.
• Assist Radford University offices regarding immigration questions; contact relevant legal authorities when needed.
• Keep abreast of changes in laws and regulations that affect international students, scholars and/or the university, and communicate changes appropriately to stakeholders.
• Develop and manage the international student orientation.
• Serve as an advisor to the International Student Association.
• Develop and implement social, cultural, recreational programming as well as conduct relevant workshops (OPT, CPT, etc.).
• Assists in collecting, compiling and analyzing international student and scholar data for effective decision-making by the McGlothlin Center for Global Education and Engagement, and for reporting to regulatory agencies.
• Manage the RU health insurance plan for international students.
• Serve and participate on University committees as needed.
• Update the office social media accounts as needed.
• Update and develop appropriate content for the ISSS section of the office website.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

1. Advanced degree; or Bachelor's degree with demonstrated experience and/or equivalent training that equates to an advanced degree.
2. One year of experience working and advising international students and/or scholars on immigration matters, or related experience in higher education.

3. Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident to meet regulatory requirements as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternative Responsible Officer (ARO).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master's degree.
2. Extensive knowledge of student immigration regulations.
3. Prior experience working in international education or other overseas experience.
4. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of students, faculty and staff.
5. Strong advising skills.
6. Strong oral and written communication skills.
7. Excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
8. Occasional weekend and evening availability.
9. Strong knowledge of cross-cultural adjustment.
10. Exceptional knowledge of Microsoft suite.
11. Ability to communicate effectively with all constituencies, including alumni, faculty, students, parents and staff.
12. Ability to develop knowledge of, respect for and skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds.
13. Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member.

Special Instructions to Applicants

 

Employment Conditions: 

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: M-F 8-5

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: Global Education Center

Salary: $47,438 - $58,548

Department Contact Name: Ismael Betancourt Velez

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-6575

Department Contact Email: ibetancourtvelez@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.