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Texas State University is hiring an Immigration Advisor to provide immigration advising and regulatory support to F-1 students working through Pre-Completion OPT, Post-Completion OPT, and STEM OPT. The advisor issues OPT and STEM OPT I-20 recommendations, maintains SEVIS records, and guides students and employers on work authorization, status maintenance, and Form I-983 compliance. Reporting to the Senior Immigration Advisor, the role also runs workshops and outreach sessions to keep students informed of federal immigration policy changes.

Highlights

Advise F-1 students on eligibility, procedures, and timelines for Post-Completion OPT and STEM OPT extensions.
Lead individual and group advising sessions on employment authorization and travel considerations.
Issue OPT and STEM OPT I-20 recommendations in compliance with SEVP and DHS regulations.
Maintain accurate student records in SEVIS and monitor employment and eligibility reporting.
Educate students and employers on STEM OPT training plan (Form I-983) requirements.
Conduct workshops, orientations, and presentations on OPT and STEM OPT processes.
Coordinate with other Designated School Officials and International Student and Scholar Services staff.
Experience advising students in a university context and interpreting complex federal regulations is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
Must be a US citizen or permanent resident to be eligible for the role.
Monthly salary of $4,002 to $4,120, with benefits including fully covered employee health insurance premiums starting day one.

Immigration Advisor Full Description

Job Description

The Immigration Advisor, DSO, provides immigration advising and regulatory support to F-1 students on Pre-Completion OPT, Post-Completion OPT, and STEM OPT, ensuring compliance with SEVP and DHS regulations. The role issues OPT/STEM OPT I-20 recommendations, maintains accurate SEVIS records, monitors employment reporting and eligibility requirements, and advises students and employers on work authorization, status maintenance, and Form I-983 compliance. It also processes OPT/STEM OPT requests, conducts workshops and outreach, and supports institutional compliance with federal immigration regulations. This role reports to the Senior Immigration Advisor.

Required Qualifications

Experience advising students in a university context.
Experience researching and interpreting complex rules and regulations, including F-1 immigration regulations.
Demonstrated effective communication skills with attention to detail.
Knowledge of the Terra Dotta database.
Effective problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced, complex environment.
Experience with higher-education software and platforms such as Microsoft Suite and Dynamic Forms; data management and analytics.
Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.

Job Duties

Advise F-1 students on eligibility, application procedures, and timelines for Post-Completion OPT and STEM OPT extensions.
Conduct individual and group advising sessions on employment authorization regulations, reporting requirements, and travel considerations.
Provide guidance on maintaining lawful F-1 status during post-completion employment periods.
Educate students and employers on STEM OPT training plan (Form I-983) requirements.
Issue OPT and STEM OPT I-20 recommendations in compliance with DHS and SEVP regulations.
Update and maintain accurate student records in SEVIS.
Monitor employment reporting, unemployment limits, and validation requirements for OPT/STEM OPT participants.
Review and process OPT and STEM OPT requests, including I-765 support documentation.
Track deadlines and ensure timely submission of required SEVIS updates and reports.
Coordinate with other Designated School Officials and ISSS staff to maintain workflow efficiency.
Communicate with employers regarding STEM OPT training plan requirements and compliance expectations.
Conduct workshops, orientations, and presentations on OPT/STEM OPT processes.
Develop informational materials and digital resources for students and advisors.
Stay current on federal immigration policy updates affecting F-1 employment authorization.

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