A Director of Student Affairs leads the student affairs office at a college or university. The office plans and arranges social, cultural, and recreational events and activities of various student groups, according to university policies and regulations; meets and coordinates with student and faculty groups to plan activities; evaluates programs and suggests modifications.
Position Information Position Information Working Title Assistant Director Department Intl Student & Scholar Office-8401 Requisition Number S_260693 Posting Open Date 08/26/2026
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(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 09/11/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Description of Work Coordinate and integrate
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including building e-forms, integrating with other university systems and maintaining data between SUNAPSIS and the Student and Exchange Visitors Information System ( SEVIS ), a federal government system for the tracking of international students and scholars. Prepare immigration documents for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors. Coordinate with the Assistant Director, Data Management and Compliance to manage data, provide informational reports (enrollment, census) and submit annual data reports. Advise international students, scholars and employees on federal immigration regulations and their responsibilities for maintaining status. Will work with federal government systems ( USCIS , USDHS , USDOL ). Will develop procedures to streamline services. Serve as Designated School Official and Alternate Responsible Officer for UNL , having signing authority to issue I-20's and DS-2019's. Perform other duties as necessary for the smooth operation of the International Student and Scholar Office. Develop website material and workshops/trainings/webinars to provide information to international students and scholars. Collaborate with a broad base of offices to ensure that the unique needs of international students and scholars are met. 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.
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//equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/. EEO Statement Minimum Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Information or Data Science, Student Affairs or related field and 2 years in a data systems or international student and scholar services role with direct experience working with data systems or students and scholars in the F, J, and H immigration statuses; Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education/experience on a year-for-year basis. Ability to work effectively with individuals from varied administrative, academic, cultural, religious, national, ethic and linguistic background. Strong interpersonal skills, both oral and written. Ability to assume responsibility and to work with minimum guidance. Detailed knowledge of federal regulations affecting international students and scholars. Federal regulations require Primary/Designated School Officials ( PDSO / DSO ) and Alternate/Responsible Officers (RO/ ARO ) to be a U.S. citizen or a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in computer Information or Data Science, Student services or related field Familiarity with UNL -specific software programs, including PeopleSoft and
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Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No Physical Required No Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No Criminal History Background Check Required Yes Posted Salary $52,000/yr minimum How to Apply 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 resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Karen Cagley Director, International Student and Scholar Office ( ISSO ) kcagley2@unl.edu 402-472-5873 Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional Job Type Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No If Temporary, indicate end date
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ASAP Appointment End Date Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Required Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents
