International Student and Scholar Specialist
International Student and 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, SAP and SUNAPSIS.
• Knowledge of the University’s policies and procedures.

View requisition S_240670 at http://employment.unl.edu or use this quick link for details and to apply: https://employment.unl.edu/postings/92448. Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. Applicant review begins August 1.

Additional materials may be requested at a later date.

Direct interest and questions to:

Natalia Meyer
Associate Director, International Student and Scholar Office
130 Louise Pound Hall

Lincoln, NE 68588-0313

402-472-5163

As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.