Description

Positio Title: Program Student Advisor for Graduate and International Admissions (CS26-130)

Location: Edwardsville, IL



Apply Before: 01049


FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description: Description

Program Student Advisor for Graduate and International Admissions (CS26-130)

Overview

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Program Student Advisor for Graduate and International Admissions (CS26-130)]. As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE?

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Serve on a team to develop and implement graduate and international recruitment and admission strategies.
• Develop long-term market cultivation strategies, recruitment relationships, and day-to-day direct recruitment, yield, and integrated marketing efforts.
• Support the Graduate School and graduate academic departments in creating and implementing customized recruitment programs, including initiatives for diverse student populations.
• Develop relationships with domestic feeder institutions, including HBCUs and MSIs, through campus visits, education fairs, and recruitment events.
• Establish partnerships that create pathways for students from feeder institutions to SIUE graduate programs.
• Collaborate with International Student Services and the Director of Graduate and International Recruitment on international recruitment and support activities.
• Travel in support of the graduate and international recruitment plan.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in higher education recruitment or student services
• Experience with student information systems and CRMs
• Ability to obtain a valid passport required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field preferred, along with demonstrated success in recruiting international or graduate students.
• Knowledge of SCT Banner and/or Slate preferred.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and/or diversity initiatives preferred.
• FI and JI visa training or experience preferred, along with familiarity with the SEVIS system.
• Fluency in more than one language a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required, along with the ability to travel domestically and internationally, make independent judgments under pressure, demonstrate accuracy and attention to detail, work irregular hours, and collaborate effectively with individuals from a variety of cultures.

Supplemental Information

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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 0055 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Work Authorization Information: SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided. International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at: careerinfo@siue.edu

EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email careerinfo@siue.edu



Opening Date: 10/30/2025

Closing Date: 11/17/2025 11:59 PM Central

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall
Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website: https://www.siue.edu/

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