University of Rio Grande Looking for International Student Designated School Official (DSO) Full Time

The University of Rio Grande is seeking a full-time Designated School Official (DSO) to primarily serve international students in
a new Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program. Reporting to the Principal Designated School Official (PDSO), the Designated School
Official (DSO) performs a wide range of duties to support the needs of our international student community, as well as serve as a DSO for US
Homeland Security. This includes complying with Department of Homeland Security federal regulations as a DSO for F1 students. This is an
on-site, in-person role to be based at one of Rio’s MSN focused-sites in Blue Ash, Ohio. 

Principal
Duties:

• Along wth the Principal Designated School Official (PDSO), maintains the Student and Exchange Visitor
  Information System (SEVIS) and all related (re)certification requirements
• Issues I-20s for incoming international students
• Processes employment work approvals (I-20s) for international students on Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Occupational Practical
  Training (OPT)
• Advises international students with immigration-related concerns such as optional practical training, curricular
  training, extension of program, international student health insurance requirements, travel approval and other immigration related
  concerns
• Assists with approval and authorization for visa renewals, social security/work approval, driver’s license
  application and other letters required by students for compliance and assists with immigration reporting as required by federal regulations
  to US Homeland Security
• Maintains SEVP recordkeeping requirements including relevant information and documents for each F-1 and M-1
  student enrolled
• Stays current with regulatory/legislative rules and regulations, and updates affected international students.
  Provides accurate visa maintenance information to international student
• Functions as a liaison between international student
  recruiting agency (Bridgeway), CommuniCare (corporate partner) and University departments including Admissions, MSN Program, Athletics, and
  PDSO.
• Monitors and tracks student immigration statuses, and maintains appropriate files.

Position
Qualificaitons:

• Associate’s degree with a minimum of 2-3 years of administrative support or relatred
  experience required (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• Must have U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residence for the purpose of
  SEVIS/the university’s Exchange Visitor Program to meet RO/ ARO/ PDSO/ DSO reporting requirements
• Ability to effectively
  multi-task with demanding timeframes, shifting priorities and mandates
• Demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving
  skills
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with people of different cultural backgrounds in a courteous
  and professional manner
• Possess a strong commitment to quality relationships, warmth, excellence, and student-cetntered service is
  essential

Application Instructions:

Applicants must send a cover letter detailing their
interest and qualifications, updated resume, transcripts (unofficial accepted for application purposes), as well the names and contact
information of at least three professional references to the Office of Human Resources via the University’s online application portal.
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position is open until filled. Background check and official transcripts required prior to
hire. For additional information about Rio, please visit: www.rio.edu. The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is
America’s unique private/public institution of higher education designed to provide learners the opportunity to attain a high-quality,
high-value education. Our personalized, learner-centered environment promotes successful lives, careers, and responsible citizenship. Rio is
nestled in the rolling hills of the Appalachian Mountains in southeastern Ohio, a primarily rural area.