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Implementation Specialist roles are a strong OPT fit because employers in SaaS, healthcare IT, and enterprise software regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this position. Your F-1 OPT gives you up to 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension available if your degree is in a qualifying field like computer science or information systems.
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The Statewide Literacy Systems & Implementation Coordinator provides leadership to support the implementation and alignment of Nebraska’s literacy initiatives across state, regional, and local systems. This position focuses on strengthening systems, coordinating efforts across partners, and supporting the consistent use of evidence-based literacy practices grounded in the Science of Reading.
The role serves as a liaison among the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), Educational Service Units (ESUs), Nebraska Multi-Tiered System of Support (NeMTSS), university partners, and other stakeholders to ensure coherence, communication, and continuous improvement of statewide literacy efforts.
The role helps carry forward NDE’s vision for DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) as the single statewide literacy screener. Within NeMTSS, universal screening is the starting point for tiered support. DIBELS data identifies students who need additional help, informs consistent targeted and intensive interventions, and guides how schools strengthen core instruction for all students. The role connects screener efforts to NeMTSS so that statewide literacy and NeMTSS efforts share a common message and approach and ensures that statewide work stays connected to this vision through a strong and coherent literacy system.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Systems coordination & implementation support
- Collaboration & communication
- Assessment of data systems & continuous improvement
- Strategic alignment & initiative integration
- Professional learning & resource development
About us
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
- Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
- Robust retirement plans with university match
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field plus five (5) years of experience supporting implementation of educational initiatives across multiple stakeholders; OR
- Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field plus three (3) years of experience supporting implementation of educational initiatives across multiple stakeholders. Equivalent education/experience considered.
- Experience working with school systems, state agencies, or educational service organizations.
- Experience using data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects, facilitate collaboration, and communicate effectively across diverse audiences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
- Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field.
- Experience with statewide or regional education initiatives.
- Experience with MTSS/NeMTSS frameworks.
- Experience in school or district leadership, curriculum, or instructional coaching roles.
- Project management experience either within or outside the educational field.
- Experience working with higher education partners or Educator Preparation Programs (EPPs).
- Experience designing or facilitating professional learning.
- Knowledge of the Science of Reading and evidence-based literacy practices.
- Familiarity with literacy assessment tools and data systems.
POSTED SALARY
$75,000/year 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.
INTRODUCTION
The Statewide Literacy Systems & Implementation Coordinator provides leadership to support the implementation and alignment of Nebraska’s literacy initiatives across state, regional, and local systems. This position focuses on strengthening systems, coordinating efforts across partners, and supporting the consistent use of evidence-based literacy practices grounded in the Science of Reading.
The role serves as a liaison among the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), Educational Service Units (ESUs), Nebraska Multi-Tiered System of Support (NeMTSS), university partners, and other stakeholders to ensure coherence, communication, and continuous improvement of statewide literacy efforts.
The role helps carry forward NDE’s vision for DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills) as the single statewide literacy screener. Within NeMTSS, universal screening is the starting point for tiered support. DIBELS data identifies students who need additional help, informs consistent targeted and intensive interventions, and guides how schools strengthen core instruction for all students. The role connects screener efforts to NeMTSS so that statewide literacy and NeMTSS efforts share a common message and approach and ensures that statewide work stays connected to this vision through a strong and coherent literacy system.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Systems coordination & implementation support
- Collaboration & communication
- Assessment of data systems & continuous improvement
- Strategic alignment & initiative integration
- Professional learning & resource development
About us
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. Our campus is known for its welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska.
When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
- Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
- Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
- Robust retirement plans with university match
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field plus five (5) years of experience supporting implementation of educational initiatives across multiple stakeholders; OR
- Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field plus three (3) years of experience supporting implementation of educational initiatives across multiple stakeholders. Equivalent education/experience considered.
- Experience working with school systems, state agencies, or educational service organizations.
- Experience using data to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate projects, facilitate collaboration, and communicate effectively across diverse audiences.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The following qualifications are preferred but not required:
- Master’s degree in education, educational leadership, or a related field.
- Experience with statewide or regional education initiatives.
- Experience with MTSS/NeMTSS frameworks.
- Experience in school or district leadership, curriculum, or instructional coaching roles.
- Project management experience either within or outside the educational field.
- Experience working with higher education partners or Educator Preparation Programs (EPPs).
- Experience designing or facilitating professional learning.
- Knowledge of the Science of Reading and evidence-based literacy practices.
- Familiarity with literacy assessment tools and data systems.
POSTED SALARY
$75,000/year 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Implementation Specialist
Target SaaS and enterprise software companies
Companies selling B2B software need implementation specialists at scale and have established sponsorship pipelines. Focus your search on mid-size to large SaaS employers with dedicated customer success or professional services teams, where H-1B sponsorship is routine.
Highlight technical and cross-functional skills together
Implementation roles sit between sales, engineering, and the customer. Employers want someone who can read an API doc and explain it to a non-technical stakeholder. Lead with both skill sets in your resume to stand out from purely technical or purely client-facing candidates.
Apply early and disclose OPT status upfront
Many implementation teams hire on rolling cycles, not fixed recruiting windows. Apply as soon as a role opens, and be transparent about your OPT timeline so hiring managers can plan around it. Surprises late in the process cost everyone time.
Know your STEM extension eligibility before interviews
If your degree is in computer science, information systems, or a related STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension. Confirming this before interviews lets you give employers a realistic authorization window and reduces hesitation about your short-term availability.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly employers
Browse Implementation Specialist roles on Migrate Mate to find employers already open to OPT candidates. Filtering by visa sponsorship intent saves time and keeps your applications focused on companies where your authorization status is not a barrier from the start.
Build domain expertise in a specific vertical
Healthcare IT, fintech, and logistics software all have compliance and workflow complexity that makes implementation specialists with industry knowledge significantly more valuable. Specializing early gives you a differentiated pitch and makes sponsorship a more straightforward business case for the employer.
Implementation Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Implementation Specialist on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Implementation Specialist is a qualifying professional role under OPT work authorization. Your employment must be directly related to your degree field, so a degree in information systems, computer science, business information technology, or a related discipline will satisfy that requirement. Roles at SaaS companies and enterprise software firms are a common and well-established fit.
Do Implementation Specialist employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Many do, particularly mid-size and large SaaS, healthcare IT, and enterprise software companies that rely on implementation teams at scale. These employers are accustomed to sponsoring technical and client-facing roles. You can browse Implementation Specialist listings on Migrate Mate to find employers who are explicitly open to OPT candidates and visa sponsorship.
Does my degree field need to match an Implementation Specialist role for OPT eligibility?
Yes, OPT requires that your job be directly related to your major. Information systems, computer science, business administration with a technology focus, and industrial engineering are degrees that commonly align with implementation work. If you are unsure whether your specific degree qualifies, confirm with your Designated School Official before accepting an offer.
Am I eligible for the STEM OPT extension as an Implementation Specialist?
It depends on your degree, not your job title. If you graduated with a degree on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, such as computer science, information systems, or management information systems, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. The role itself is not the deciding factor. Your DSO and the STEM list at Study in the States are the authoritative sources.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Implementation Specialist contract ends before my OPT expires?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new qualifying position, transfer to another visa status, or depart the United States. You can continue job searching during that window. Staying on top of your I-20 end date and keeping your DSO informed is essential, since working outside OPT authorization or overstaying has serious immigration consequences.