Part-time International Admissions Specialist

POSITION

PURPOSE:

The Part-Time International Admissions Specialist supports the admissions and compliance processes for international students at Navarro College.

GENERAL

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) in SEVIS and ensure ongoing compliance with F-1 and M-1 regulations.

* Process international applications, verifying documents such as transcripts, English proficiency, vaccination records, and financials.

* Stay up to date on international admissions policy and make recommendations for changes and updates as needed.

* Issue and update Forms I-20; maintain accurate SEVIS and institutional records.

* Maintain confidentiality of student records in compliance with FERPA and institutional policies.

* Manage communication with international students via phone, text, email, and in person.

* Provide clear guidance on I-20 privileges and F-1 responsibilities (e.g., enrollment, work, travel, transfers, RCL, OPT/CPT, etc).

* Work with applicants, sponsors, and educational partners on admissions and immigration steps.

* Support onboarding through SEVIS check-in checklist monitoring, and follow-up.

* Maintain records and assist with document tracking, audits, and SEVIS reporting.

* Deliver front-line service to prospective and current students, both virtually and in person.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office and other systems for records management.

* Able to navigate multiple databases and adapt to new technology and compliance requirements.

* Excellent interpersonal communication and cross-cultural sensitivity.

* High attention to detail, especially when handling official documents and compliance tasks.

* Assist with domestic admissions and other duties as assigned.

* All other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

* Proficient in word processing with good keyboarding skills and basic computer literacy.

* Ability to comprehend and interpret college regulations and policies and apply to specific situations in accordance with established procedures.

* Ability to work well with faculty, staff, and students.

* Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision.

* Ability to make judgments and decisions based upon operating directives established by the Registrar.

* Ability to plan and organize work and to function as a team player.

* Ability to work under pressure and within tight time frames.

POSITION

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

* Associate Degree

* Two (2) years of administrative, admissions or international education experience.

* U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency.

Preferred

* Bachelor's degree

* Experience with SEVIS, Colleague, Dynamic Forms, or related systems.

* Knowledge of F-1 visa regulations and international admissions processes.

* Experience working in a college or university setting, preferably in admissions or student services.

* Multilingual skills (Spanish, French, Arabic, or Chinese) are a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Flexible scheduling may be required during peak periods.

* Busy working environment with numerous interruptions.

* Occasional travel to off-campus sites for work assignments.

SALARY: $12.00 per hour / up to 19 hrs. per week