Position Summary

The Multicultural Center at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (0.92 FTE), benefit-eligible position of International Student Services Coordinator.

This position’s primary area is to provide leadership, mentorship and support services to International F-1 visa students and to provide campus wide educational programming that promotes cultural interaction between international students and domestic students in our residential settings.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John’s University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.

Responsibilities

• Manage all post-acceptance SEVIS reporting for graduate and undergraduate students including, but not limited to, registration, transferring of records, I-20 reporting, record accuracy, and OPT/CPT requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legal and immigration issues pertaining to F-1 students.
• Manage pre-arrival communication and resources, mentoring, international student orientation, tax assistance, break engagement, and other student success and retention activities and programming.
• Develop strong collaborative relationships with Student Development staff, Academic Advising, faculty, Center for Global Education, Experience and Professional Development, School of Theology, and Admission.
• Assist new and continuing international students with their questions, maintaining their immigration status, and cultural, social, and academic adjustments to CSB+SJU.
• Assist in coordinating assessment and evaluation to identify student needs and departmental priorities, and measure student learning that occurs as a result of interactions with the department’s programs and services.
• Coordinate international student support committee. Serve on and advise other college/university committees, as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the director.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree required; master's in a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience with international populations and/or college students; DSO experience preferred.
• Permanent residency or US citizenship required for USCIS SEVIS compliance.
• Familiarity with SEVIS and F-1 visa regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively in diverse settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication; proficiency in one or more foreign languages preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse cultures.
• Proficient in basic computer programs and social media platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of student development and identity development theories; understanding of Student Affairs professional standards preferred.
• Ability to design and facilitate training programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular travel between the campuses of College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University.
• Occasional transportation of students in a university vehicle. Must have a valid MN driver’s license and qualification to drive a university vehicle.

To Apply

Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5501 or employment@csbsju.edu.

It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.