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University of Texas at Austin is hiring an International Student Advisor, Sponsored and General Advising in its Texas Global office, which supports the university’s international students and scholars. The advisor is the primary point of contact for sponsored students, those funded by governments, employers, or organizations, helping them meet federal immigration regulations as well as their sponsors’ requirements. The advisor also counsels the wider international student population and reports to the advising team lead in student advising services.

Highlights

Advise sponsored students on sponsor compliance requirements, funding conditions, third-party billing, and home institution expectations alongside standard immigration advising.
Counsel students on work authorizations, immigration document extensions, status maintenance, visa applications, and international travel, including complex cases under Department of Homeland Security and State Department regulations.
Provide pre-arrival and arrival immigration guidance to prospective and admitted students, and answer high-volume email inquiries through the team inboxes alongside assistant advisors.
Serve as a Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer, maintaining accurate SEVIS and student information system records and communicating with federal agencies and sponsors about immigration benefits.
Partner with academic departments, sponsors, and university offices, and help deliver workshops, orientation sessions, and student communications under Texas Global branding standards.
Bachelor’s degree and three years of professional experience in international student advising or immigration casework, with strong intercultural communication and public speaking skills; equivalent education and experience can substitute.
Preferred experience advising students on F-1 and J-1 regulations, working as a Designated School Official, and using the Sunapsis database.
Open only to U.S. citizens and permanent residents because of federal database access requirements.
Salary of $53,000 or more depending on qualifications, in a full-time, 40-hour-per-week exempt position on the UT Austin main campus.

International Student Advisor, Sponsored and General Advising Full Description

General Notes

The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) is one of the largest public universities in the United States and is the flagship of The University of Texas System. UT Austin enrolls more than 52,000 students studying in almost 120 bachelor’s degree programs and more than 220 graduate programs across 18 colleges and schools. UT Austin is steadfastly committed to global engagement and is home to more than 5,600 international students and 1,500 international scholars from more than 130 countries, with more than 530,000 living alumni in 176 counties around the world.

Texas Global advances UT Austin’s academic mission by leading, supporting, and coordinating the university’s international engagement efforts, fostering strategic partnerships on campus and abroad, welcoming a cadre of impressive international students and scholars to campus, and creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage with peers and institutions around the world. Texas Global is comprised of nine units, home to over 140 staff members, and continued growth of the organization is expected.

Purpose

To serve as a vital resource for international students, providing expert immigration advising and holistic support that enables their success at the University. As the primary advisor for sponsored students — including those supported by governments, employers, or organizations — you'll help them navigate both complex federal regulations and the compliance obligations set forth by their sponsors. You'll also advise the broader international student population, working collaboratively within the advising team and reporting to the advising team lead in student advising services.

Responsibilities

Student Advising and Support

Serve as the dedicated advisor for sponsored students, providing specialized guidance on sponsor compliance requirements, funding conditions, third-party billing, and home institution expectations alongside standard immigration advising
Provide pre-arrival and arrival immigration guidance to prospective and admitted students across sponsored and general international student populations
Advise students on work authorizations, immigration document extensions, status maintenance, visa applications, and international travel
Navigate complex cases involving U.S. Department of Homeland Security and State Department regulations
Empower student success through comprehensive counseling on university life, community integration, and the American educational experience
Assist students with practical matters, including finances, transportation, employment, and campus adjustment
Support high-volume email inquiries through the general team inboxes, collaborating with assistant advisors to ensure timely responses

Immigration Compliance

Serve as a DHS Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO)
Maintain accurate records in SEVIS and university student information systems, ensuring strict compliance with federal regulations
Process immigration applications and documentation with precision and efficiency
Communicate directly with federal agencies and sponsors regarding immigration benefits for students
Contribute actively to building team expertise in immigration regulations and compliance best practices

Communication and Outreach

Partner with academic departments and sponsors in consultation with ISSS leadership to enhance support for international students
Serve as liaison to University offices, advocating effectively for sponsored and general international student populations
Contribute compelling content for student communications, including emails, webpages, and presentations, while maintaining Texas Global branding standards
Participate in delivering workshops, orientation sessions, and programming activities that connect the sponsored and general international student populations with the University community

Team and Institutional Support

Champion ISSS and Texas Global priorities through active participation in programs and community-building events
Contribute to innovation through collaborative participation in staff meetings and working groups focused on enhancing service delivery
Foster a sense of belonging by supporting and staffing programs that connect international students and scholars with each other and the greater University community

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and three years of professional experience in international student advising or immigration casework. Demonstrated ability to implement creative solutions and take initiative while working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Strong skills in professional and intercultural communication and public speaking. Proven capability to multitask and keep projects well-organized and on deadline. Strong computer and technological proficiency. Commitment to high-quality and efficient customer service. Equivalent combination or substitution of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Important Note: Due to federal database access requirements, only U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents may apply for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Significant experience advising students on F-1 and J-1 immigration regulations in a university context. Experience as a Designated School Official (DSO and Alternate Responsible Officer (ARO). Experience working with Sunapsis database. Experience advising sponsored students within a university context, including familiarity with sponsor relationships and coordination.

Salary

$53,000 + depending on qualifications

Working Conditions

Work in a shared office environment. Work around standard office conditions. This position is located in Austin, Texas.

Required Materials

Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
Letter of interest

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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