Global Student & Scholar Advisor (DSO/ARO)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks an International Student and Scholar Specialist to deliver administrative and support services for international and visiting scholars pursuing academic or professional activities. You will advise on immigration status and act as a DSO and Alternate RO for UNL.

Responsibilities include interpreting immigration regulations, maintaining confidentiality, and coordinating with university communities across departments in Lincoln.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a student services or related field plus 1 year of international student/scholar services experience.
• Knowledge of non-academic advising practices (cross-cultural, personal, counseling, immigration).
• Ability to read, understand, interpret and explain immigration laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and support services to international and visiting scholars.
• Advise on immigration status, including H1-B and permanent residency processes.
• Serve as a Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (RO/ARO) for UNL.

Skills

Immigration knowledge

Advising skills

Cross-cultural communication

Attention to detail

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in student services/related field

Tools

ISSMS

SAP

SUNAPSIS

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks an International Student and Scholar Specialist to deliver administrative and support services for international and visiting scholars pursuing academic or professional activities. You will advise on immigration status and act as a DSO and Alternate RO for UNL.

Responsibilities include interpreting immigration regulations, maintaining confidentiality, and coordinating with university communities across departments in Lincoln.