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Georgia State University is hiring an International Student Advisor to guide international students through F-1 and J-1 immigration regulations and university deadlines for the International Student Scholar Services office. The advisor coordinates with admissions offices to issue initial attendance and transfer I-20s and supports onboarding for newly admitted students. Day-to-day casework runs through the Sunapsis compliance software and the Banner system, where the advisor reviews student requests, runs reports, and issues documents.

Highlights

Advise students in person and virtually on F-1 and J-1 regulations, covering registration, maintaining status, finances, and employment rules.
Work student alerts and requests inside Sunapsis, creating and updating eforms to keep compliance records and communication current.
Issue initial attendance and transfer I-20s for newly admitted international students in coordination with the admissions offices.
Complete SAVE verification for nonresident aliens admitted to the university and assist with lawful presence processes.
Present employment workshops for students and design immigration sessions delivered during international student orientation.
Review applications for need-based tuition waivers and help with international recruitment communications.
Build referral relationships with advising, student accounts, registrar, and counseling center staff so students reach the right support.
Hold a bachelor’s degree plus one year of experience, or an equivalent mix, and qualify under federal guidelines as a Designated School Official.
Prefer a degree in international education, higher education administration, student affairs, or counseling, plus one to two years advising international students with SEVIS reporting experience.
The posted salary range is $47,500 to $54,800 per year.

International Student Advisor Full Description

International Student Advisor

Student Success

International Student Scholar Services (ISSS)

The ISSS Department is seeking (2) International Student Advisors to join the team.

The International Student Advisor (ISA) provides in person and virtual student advising related to F-1 and J-1 immigration regulations and University policies and deadlines using compliance software to maintain appropriate documentation, communication, and student support. The advisor works collaboratively with various admissions offices to issue initial attendance and transfer I-20s to newly admitted international students, and helps manage onboarding communication, processes and support for incoming students. The ISA will utilize the Sunapsis immigration compliance software and Banner system to review student requests, run relevant reports, issue documents, and manage their daily work. The ISA works as part of the student advising team in ISSS to educate international students on their immigration status and regulations and to assist them in meeting their academic and personal goals.

What You Will Do

Provide in person student advising related to F-1 and J-1 immigration regulations and University policies and deadlines using compliance software (Sunapsis) to maintain appropriate documentation, communication, and student support. Advises students in areas of federal immigration regulations, registration, maintaining status, finances, employment, etc. Remain current on federal immigration changes, access to advising resources, and key governmental, campus, and community contacts.
Manage and respond to alerts and student requests within ISSS’ immigration compliance software (Sunapsis), create and update eforms, and keep up to date with software functionality in order to best serve students.
Work collaboratively with various admissions offices to issue initial attendance and transfer I-20s to newly admitted international students as needed.
Provide SAVE verification for nonresident aliens admitted to GSU after admission
Assist with lawful presence processes
Help review applications for need-based tuition waivers
Assist with any international recruitment initiatives/communications
Present employment workshops/sessions for students
Design and present immigration and other sessions during international student orientation
Help update office website, social media accounts and other forms of communication to continuously provide accurate and timely information to students.
Create and maintain relationships with key partner offices (advising, student accounts, registrar, counseling center, etc) to provide quality referrals as needed.
Assists other international offices on campus (International English Program, Office of International Initiatives, etc) with services, events, and programs in service of the University’s internationalization goals.
Serve on various committees as needed to help increase international student engagement on campus.
At all times, advocate for students in the university and Atlanta community
Effectively gather data regarding relevant office services, and student compliance, engagement, retention and graduation

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience; or a combination of education and related experience. Must meet the federal guidelines for becoming a Designated School Official for Georgia State University.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

Meet the Department of Homeland Security's requirements for Designation School Official (DSO) and Alternative Responsible Officer (ARO).
Bachelor's or Master's degree in International Education, Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, or a related field.
One to two years of experience advising international students in a higher education setting.
Prior experience working in an ISSS office or with SEVIS-related compliance and reporting.
Strong understanding of U.S. immigration regulations, especially F-1 and J-1 visa categories.
Experience with SEVIS, batch processing systems (e.g., Sunapsis, Terra Dotta, ISSM, etc.), and federal compliance reporting.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to explain complex immigration regulations in a clear and supportive manner.
Empathy, patience, and a student-centered advising philosophy.

Department:

ISSS

Location:

Atlanta Campus

Shift:

8:30-5:15

Salary:

$47,500 - $54,800

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Type:

Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting:

10/06/26

Closing Date:

10/20/26

Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position, all applicants at the time of submission must provide the following documents: A complete and accurate GSU application, Resume, Cover Letter (optional), 3 Professional References

Equal Employment Opportunity

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime

Georgia State University is committed to its students' and employees' safety and security. It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

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