Posting Information

Posting Number2025294

Posting/Functional TitleInternational Student Support Specialist & J1 Advisor

University Pay Plan TitleStudent Development Specialist I

LocationSan Marcos

DepartmentInternational Affairs

Recruitment TypeOpen to All

Job TypeFull-Time

Funding SourcePermanent

Monthly Salary$3,583.33

Job CategoryExempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Experience as a RO or ARO for the J1 immigration program.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or resident of the U.S. per federal regulations to access the database.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

• Good understanding of the American health insurance system.

• Decent usage of budget models.

• Complex analytical skills required.

Job Description

The International Student Support Specialist and J1 Advisor serves in different capacities within the International Student and Scholar Services Office. Their primary roles can be summarized into two categories: overseeing the J1 Scholar Program and providing different levels of support (tax, insurance, financial, and academic) to currently enrolled F1 international students. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of International Affairs, who oversees the International Student and Scholar Services and Recruitment Offices.

Job Duties

• Oversees and manages the J1 Scholar Program for TXST (both San Marcos and Round Rock Campus).

• Pre-arrival and onboarding support, including housing assistance.

• Cultural programming.

• Offer support and immigration guidance to TXST faculty on J1 visa type.

• Maintain SEVIS records and database for J program.

• Prepare reports and documentation required by program sponsors, agencies, and organizational policies

• Manages the ISSS Emergency Funding application, review, and award process. Advises students with questions on emergency funding or those in financial distress.

• Provides support to international students who are in academic distress by ensuring they are aware of and connected to resources.

• Oversees the student health insurance program by ensuring students are charged each semester, students are enrolled in their insurance each term, reconciliations are done in a timely manner, invoices are reviewed and paid in a timely manner, the website stays up to date, sending out communication campaigns in regards to insurance, and acting as an advisor to students with questions in regards to waivers, usage, insurance card, claims, adding dependents, etc.

• Oversees the partnership with SprinTax (tax software code) and ensuring codes are bought in a timely manner each year and shared with students.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants

Job Open Date03/06/2025

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)03/20/2025

Open Until FilledNo

Normal Work DaysMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End5:00PM

Posting NoticesYou will be required to electronically attach a resume., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!

• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!

• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program

• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.

• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus

• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, welcoming, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Linkhttps://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/51400

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