Assistant Director, Intl Student & Data Systems

NAFSA: Association of International Educators; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an Assistant Director to coordinate SUNAPSIS, prepare immigration documents for F-1 and J-1, and advise on federal regulations. The role includes DS0/RO responsibilities, data management, and cross‑department collaboration to support international students and scholars.

A Bachelor’s degree and 2 years in related data systems or student services are required; a Master’s is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2 years in a data systems or international student and scholar services role.
• Ability to work with individuals from varied backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Detailed knowledge of federal regulations affecting international students and scholars.
• PDSO/DSO and RO/ARO status requirements as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and integrate SUNAPSIS, build e-forms, and maintain data between SUNAPSIS and SEVIS.
• Prepare immigration documents for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors.
• Advise international students, scholars and employees on federal immigration regulations.
• Coordinate with the Assistant Director, Data Management and Compliance to manage data and submit annual reports.
• Serve as Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer for UNL.
• Develop website material and trainings to provide information to international students and scholars.
• Collaborate with offices to meet the needs of international students and scholars.

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an Assistant Director to coordinate SUNAPSIS, prepare immigration documents for F-1 and J-1, and advise on federal regulations. The role includes DS0/RO responsibilities, data management, and cross‑department collaboration to support international students and scholars.

A Bachelor’s degree and 2 years in related data systems or student services are required; a Master’s is preferred.