Global Student & Scholar Advisor | DSO/RO

University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an International Student and Scholar Specialist to provide advising and support to international and visiting scholars pursuing academic or research activities.

You will manage immigration status matters, serve as a Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer, and work with the UNL community to ensure compliant processes. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a student services or related field plus 1 year of international student/scholar experience.
• Knowledge of cross-cultural, personal, counseling and immigration advising.
• Ability to read, understand, interpret and explain immigration laws and regulations.
• High accuracy and attention to detail with strong judgment and confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Experience working with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• U.S. citizen or LPR as required for PDSO/DSO and RO/ARO.

Responsibilities

• Advise international students and visiting scholars on immigration status.
• Serve as Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer for UNL.
• Provide administrative support for immigration processes and compliance.

Skills

Cross-cultural advising

Immigration policy knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Effective counseling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in student services or related field

1 year international student/scholar services experience

Master’s degree in student services or related field (preferred)

Experience with ISSM/SAP/SUNAPSIS (preferred)

Tools

ISSM

SAP

SUNAPSIS

Job description

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking an International Student and Scholar Specialist to provide advising and support to international and visiting scholars pursuing academic or research activities.

You will manage immigration status matters, serve as a Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer, and work with the UNL community to ensure compliant processes. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.