International Admissions Advisor (Student Services Professional II)
- Employer
- CSU
- Location
- San Diego, CA
- Closing date
- Sep 20, 2024
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- Specialty
- Admissions
- Position Type
- Adviser / Advisor
- Hours
- Full-time
- Employment Type
- Permanent
- Organization Type
- Other
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Position Summary
Join our team to increase international student enrollment from targeted countries. You'll advise prospective students and families, guide them through admission requirements, and support them throughout the application process.
Key Responsibilities:
Why Join Us?
Become a vital part of our team and help shape the future of international education at our institution!
Position Information
Department Summary
Enrollment Services is comprised of Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions, Office of the Registrar, Prospective Student Services, Out of State, Specialized and International Recruitment, and Enrollment Services Communications. Enrollment Services implements SDSU enrollment management policies and provides services to students from their initial point of interest in SDSU to their graduation.
The advisor will be part of an Enrollment Services unit, which is primarily responsible for international student recruitment. The unit consists of the director, international admission advisors, and administrative support staff and several student assistants supporting the efforts of this team.
For more information regarding Enrollment Services, click here.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.
Key Qualifications
Compensation and Benefits
Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,841 per month.
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.
CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,841 - $6,884 per month.
Diversity and Community at SDSU
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.
Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here.
Principles of Community
At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
Supplemental Information
Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on August 19, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by August 18, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.
SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Livia Peeples at lpeeples@sdsu.edu.
Join our team to increase international student enrollment from targeted countries. You'll advise prospective students and families, guide them through admission requirements, and support them throughout the application process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Recruitment Strategy: Develop and execute strategies to boost international student numbers from specified regions, including travel for recruitment.
- Admission Advising: Provide comprehensive admission advice to international students at all stages.
- Application Processing: Evaluate records, transcripts, and test scores to determine admission eligibility and ensure efficient communication with stakeholders.
- Collaborative Efforts: Work with SDSU Enrollment Services, the Office of Admissions, SDSU Global Campus, International Student Center, academic departments, and other campus offices.
- Graduate Applicant Support: Coordinate with Graduate Admissions evaluators to ensure document completeness and timely review.
- Document Management: Oversee the receipt and processing of official international student documents.
- Systems Utilization: Use my.SDSU (PeopleSoft Campus Solutions) and SLATE (CRM) to monitor application statuses and assist applicants.
- Training Development: Create and deliver training materials for student assistants in the International Recruitment office.
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Role: Shape the future of our international student community and enhance our global reach.
- Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in international recruitment, admissions processes, and cross-cultural communication.
Become a vital part of our team and help shape the future of international education at our institution!
Position Information
- Full-time (1.0 time-base), benefits-eligible, permanent/probationary position
- Exempt under FLSA; not eligible for overtime compensation
- Standard work hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (subject to change based on operational needs)
- On-campus role at SDSU in San Diego
Department Summary
Enrollment Services is comprised of Undergraduate and Graduate Admissions, Office of the Registrar, Prospective Student Services, Out of State, Specialized and International Recruitment, and Enrollment Services Communications. Enrollment Services implements SDSU enrollment management policies and provides services to students from their initial point of interest in SDSU to their graduation.
The advisor will be part of an Enrollment Services unit, which is primarily responsible for international student recruitment. The unit consists of the director, international admission advisors, and administrative support staff and several student assistants supporting the efforts of this team.
For more information regarding Enrollment Services, click here.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field. Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Possession of these knowledge and abilities is typically demonstrated through the equivalent of two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; experience should give evidence of competence and indicate the potential for further growth. A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.
Key Qualifications
- Fluent in multiple languages preferred to effectively communicate with diverse international students.
- Willingness and ability to travel both internationally and domestically as required.
- Skilled in providing comprehensive admission advice to international students.
- Proven ability to implement effective strategies to increase international student prospects, applicants, and enrollees.
- Experienced in handling and managing official documents with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Proficient in using software programs (e.g., Google Suite, Microsoft Suite, PeopleSoft).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Capable of creating and delivering effective training materials.
Compensation and Benefits
Starting salary upon appointment is not expected to exceed $4,841 per month.
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
San Diego State University offers a rich benefits package that constitutes a major portion of total compensation. For more information regarding SDSU benefits, please click here.
CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,841 - $6,884 per month.
Diversity and Community at SDSU
At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community.
Through our commitment to equity and inclusion, we encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. For more information, click here.
Principles of Community
At San Diego State University, we are a community of diverse individuals who have and represent many perspectives, beliefs, and identities. This diversity lends our community strength, and we commit to creating and sustaining an inclusive and intellectually vibrant environment that benefits all members of our university.
SDSU’s Principles of Community is an aspirational statement that is intended to evolve over time. The statement reflects the ideals we are encouraged to uphold in our interactions with one another.
Supplemental Information
Initial review of the required application materials, including cover letters and resumes, will begin on August 19, 2024. To receive full consideration, apply by August 18, 2024. The position will remain open until filled.
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
San Diego State University is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (e.g., H-1B visa). Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Offers of employment are contingent upon the presentation of documents that demonstrate a person's identity and authorization to work in the United States, which are consistent with the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. SDSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current SDSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SDSU is a smoke-free campus. For more information, please click here.
SDSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers all qualified candidates for employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, covered military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who request an accommodation by contacting Livia Peeples at lpeeples@sdsu.edu.
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