International Student Services Specialist

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title International Student Services Specialist Classification Title Department International Student Services Work Location Main Campus Duties

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Director of International Student Affairs, the International Student Services Specialist will assist in providing administrative services and conduct activities necessary for enrollment, orientation, advising and socialization for international students. The International Student Services Specialist will also provide support to the Director in addressing college policies and procedures for international student registration, tuition, and insurance and conduct activities necessary for compliance with U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service regulations. The International Student Services Specialist is dedicated to the learning college concepts by developing programs and facilitating activities that promote student success and lifelong learning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Provide various administrative services to new and currently enrolled international students including but not limited to, intake advising, registration assistance, verifications of enrollment, and advising about passport, visa and immigration regulations and procedures.

2. Coordinate international student insurance and tuition policies and procedures.

3. Assist in the planning and implementation of the international student orientation program.

4. Develop and implement a program of student socialization activities and cultural events.

5. Provide academic advising and assist international students in course selection, and understanding program and degree requirements. Monitor student educational progress.

6. Maintain student records, reports and documentation required for compliance with U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service regulations and submit reports as required.

7. Conduct publicity and outreach activities to students to enhance interest, involvement and participation in ISA programs, policies and socialization.

8. Utilize office technology and database for international student record management.

9. Assist in providing prospective students with admission information and assistance. Address inquiries from international students, community members, foreign born and resident aliens.

10. Provide continuous support and conduct related student housing services, Host Home Program and apartment assistance. Work with International Student Housing Specialist to assure student placement in comfortable secure housing.

11. Provide referrals to other college offices and/or community agencies as appropriate.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree is required. Must have demonstrated ability to plan and execute projects or programs; Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills; Minimum one (1) to three (3) years professional work experience required-preferably in education or social service; Demonstrated interest or experience in cross-cultural, foreign student, or international affairs. Preferable: experience with SEVIS system and as a Designated School Official (DSO).

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Ability to travel-International travel may be required for this position.
• Understanding of cultural competency with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to relate to students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work within deadlines.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills.

Position Status Full Time Hours

General Hours:

Monday - Friday

8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.

Other hours may be needed (international/domestic travel, special events, etc.)

Salary/Wage $48,425-59,000 (plus exceptional benefits) Hourly/Salary Salaried Benefits

FT Professionals Position

Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for eligible employees and family, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:

Health, Dental, Vision

• Life insurance, Optional life
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Tuition waiver
• SURS Retirement plan
• Vacation Days
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement days
• Tax-sheltered annuity plans

Please visit our site to review specific benefits and eligibility criterion for this position/category at

www.morainevalley.edu/hr

Review of Applications Begins 11/09/2026

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number AP00594P Open Date 10/26/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete application on jobs.morainevalley.edu

Please do not use third party sites such as Indeed.

For best consideration, please apply prior to review date.

hr@morainevalley.ed

708-974-5704

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Chicago Tribune

• HigherEdJobs

• InsideHigherEd

• Chronicle of Higher Education

• MVCC Website/Posting

• Employee of MVCC

• Other

• No Response

• • Are you at State Universities Retirement System (SURS) annuitant, currently receiving a monthly annuity, or plan to apply for a retirement annuity under SURS within the next three (3) months?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have the minimum of a Bachelor's degree?

• YES

• NO

• • Do you have the minimum one to three years professional work experience preferably in education or social service agency?

• YES

• NO

• • Do you have experience with Student and Exchnage Visitor Information System (SEVIS) and as a Designated School Official (DSO)?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Unofficial Transcripts
• Other Document