Academic Advisor, International Student Services

Eastern Florida State College is currently seeking applications for a full-time position of Academic Advisor, International Student Services on the Melbourne Campus in Melbourne, Florida.

The annual salary is $36,916.00. Successful internal candidates for external job postings should be aware that their current salary does not transfer to the new position. Salary will be as advertised in the job announcement. Full-time employees of Eastern Florida State College receive fringe benefits including health insurance and a retirement plan.

At EFSC, we are dedicated to supporting incoming and current international students who are seeking a college degree. The International Academic Advisor reviews and evaluates student application packets to ensure final acceptances are compliant with federal, state, and college laws and regulations. This position will issue necessary immigration documents and maintain accurate reporting to support our international student community. Additionally, the Academic Advisor will help in various areas such as general college information, course selection, scheduling, career planning, and facilitating transfers to upper division institutions. The advisor will ensure that international students have the resources and guidance they need to succeed in their academic pursuits.

The following minimum qualifications for this position must be met before any applicant will be considered:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.
• Two or more years of student services experience at an educational institution, preference for previous experience in Academic Advising or International Student Services.
• Desirable: Foreign travel, second language skills.
• Interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multi-task and to succeed within strict deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; sensitivity to cultural differences.
• Computer literacy and the ability to learn new computer applications.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, efficiency, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work in a diverse community and meet needs of diverse student population.
• Valid Florida Motor Vehicle Operator’s license required.
• A review of Social Media activity will be part of the candidate evaluation process.
• This position will require successful fingerprinting and the candidate chosen will be required to pay the associated fee (currently $36.00). This fingerprinting fee ($36.00) is non-refundable.
• Understanding of and commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity.
• Official transcripts of all collegiate work will be required to be considered beyond the application phase.*

• High School Diploma or GED or transcripts or official transcripts of all collegiate work (as appropriate for the position) must be sent directly from the attended institution to the Human Resources Office prior to the first day of employment. All foreign degrees must have a course-by-course official evaluation and translation sent to the Human Resources Office directly from an evaluation company affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc.

Minimum physical qualifications:

• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information and/or data from a computer.
• Works inside in an office environment.
• Must adapt to frequent interruptions from student phone calls, emails, and traffic in office.
• Must be available to work evenings.

Applications will be accepted from July 21, 2026, through August 4, 2026; however, the College reserves the right to extend or conclude searches without notice. Applications must be submitted prior to 5:00 p.m. on the closing day. This is a covered position under Chapter 295 Florida Statutes, which provides for Veterans’ Preference in employment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans.