International Student and Scholar Specialist

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

International Student and Scholar Specialist
International Student & Scholar Office
University of Nebraska - Lincoln

The International Student and Scholar Specialist delivers administrative and support services to international and visiting scholars pursuing academic or professional/research activities at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The person in this position is responsible for providing advising and support to the University community on matters related to valid immigration status, including H1-B visas and Legal Permanent Residency status. The Specialist will serve as a Designated School Official and as an Alternate Responsible Officer for UNL.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a student services or related field plus 1 year of experience in an international student and/or scholar services role.
• Knowledge of non-academic advising practices (cross-cultural, personal, counseling, immigration) to serve international students and scholars.
• Ability to read, understand, interpret and explain immigration laws and regulations.
• Must have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must possess effective decision-making skills, exercise good judgment, accept responsibility, and perform duties in an atmosphere of team-like cooperation and which requires a high level of confidentiality.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills with ability to communicate complex information effectively required.
• Demonstrated success in working and communicating effectively with individuals of diverse cultures and backgrounds essential.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident as required by federal regulations for Primary/Designated School Officials (PDSO/DSO) and Alternate/Responsible Officers (RO/ARO).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a student services or related field or equivalent experience in international education preferred.
• Experience utilizing a database management system for international students and scholars (i.e.ISSM) desirable.
• Familiarity with U.S. immigration laws and regulations helpful.
• Familiarity with software programs such as the student information system,SAPandSUNAPSIS.
• Knowledge of the University’s policies and procedures.

Direct interest and questions to:
Karen Cagley
[e-mail]
402-472-5873

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.