Updated: 3 days ago
Location: Lincoln, NEW MEXICO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;
Position Information
Position Information
| Working Title | Temporary International Student Success Navigator |
|---|---|
| Department | Intl Student & Scholar Office-8401 |
| Requisition Number | S_240165 |
| Posting Open Date | 02/23/2024 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 03/18/2024 |
| Posting Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | The Temporary International Student Success Navigator will primarily be responsible for designing, implementing, and coordinating support for UNL’s international student populations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: transitional efforts to integrate international students into the UNL community, supporting academic success and student engagement via one to one coaching, meetings, academic skills/engagement programs and workshops, and developing print and web-based materials. The International Student Success Navigator will provide assistance to international students with arrival, transition and integration to campus, including where to find UNL academic counselors, locating academic buildings, directing students to on-campus health facilities, as well as providing information on off-campus locations for food, entertainment, groceries, etc. This position will also serve as the primary point of contact for students and on-campus units (including Admissions, Housing Student Accounts, Health Center, academic advisors, etc.) to support students. The ISSN will work with UNL units to ensure the smooth, timely, and complete application and transition to UNL. Other responsibilities will include developing and implementing, in collaboration with other on-campus units, co-curricular and cultural programming opportunities that will enhance the living and learning experiences and foster a successful socio/cultural adjustment to life at Nebraska and in the US. The International Student Success Navigator will develop and deliver programming that will enable students and scholars to socialize beyond their linguistic/cultural groups and integrate them into campus and Lincoln community life, and to understand U.S. customs, norms, laws, and expectations and will work in concert with, and serve as a support to, international student clubs and organizations across campus. The ISSN will facilitate communication among students, academic advisors, and on-campus support units, and assist when action or reporting is needed. In addition, the ISSN will assist in planning orientations and workshops that target the specific needs of student groups in order to ensure that students remain in compliance with immigration regulations, as well as university and sponsor requirements. Night and weekend activities may be required. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. 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 . |
| Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, psychology, international studies, public administration, or related field plus one year of related experience working with international students at secondary or post-secondary level in an advising, counseling, transitions, or retention-related role. Must be able to work independently and within a team environment. Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficiency with word processing, database, spreadsheet, presentation and student management/course management systems essential. Ability to effectively problem solve, think critically, and communicate effectively with international college students and staff in situations of shared responsibility and confidentiality. Ability to work productively and diplomatically with a wide variety of stakeholders is essential. |
| Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in education, educational administration, public administration, counseling, psychology, international studies, or related field. Expertise in strategies and best practices for supporting international students’ success. Prior experience working with students and/or scholars from a diversity of cultures. Familiarity with J-1, F-1, OPT and CPT policies and procedures. |
| 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 | $43,000/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 cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. Note: this position also available S_240166 - International Student Success Navigator |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Darby Ellestad 402-472-1399 [email protected] |
| Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional |
| Job Type | Full-Time Temporary |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | |
| Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No |
| If Temporary, indicate end date | |
| Planned Hire Date: | ASAP |
| Appointment End Date |