International Student & Scholar Advisor

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 provide administrative support and advising to international and visiting scholars pursuing academic or professional activities. The role includes serving as a Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer, advising on immigration status, and ensuring compliance with policies.

The position emphasizes cross-cultural communication, accuracy, and confidentiality in a university setting,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a student services or related field plus 1 year of international student and/or scholar services experience.
• Knowledge of cross-cultural, personal, counseling, immigration advising.
• Ability to read, understand, interpret and explain immigration laws and regulations.
• High accuracy and attention to detail; confidentiality.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident as required for PDSO/RO roles.

Responsibilities

• Advise international students and scholars on immigration status and processes.
• Serve as Designated School Official (DSO) and Alternate Responsible Officer (RO/ARO).
• Assist with visa applications, residency status, and related inquiries.
• Collaborate with campus community to support international students and scholars.

Skills

Immigration advising

Cross-cultural communication

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in student services

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SUNAPSIS

SAP

Job description

University of Nebraska – Lincoln seeks an International Student and Scholar Specialist to provide administrative support and advising to international and visiting scholars pursuing academic or professional activities. The role includes serving as a Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer, advising on immigration status, and ensuring compliance with policies.

The position emphasizes cross-cultural communication, accuracy, and confidentiality in a university setting,