University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an Administrative Associate for the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture. The role involves providing advanced administrative support to senior leadership, faculty, and staff by managing office operations, coordinating strategic initiatives, and supporting special projects and committees with professionalism and discretion.
Highlights
Provide comprehensive administrative support including calendar management and meeting coordination for senior leadership.
Coordinate strategic initiatives and support special committees related to college affairs.
Organize and support special events, projects, and initiatives ensuring seamless execution.
Manage internal and external communications with professionalism and confidentiality.
Require strong computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and A/V equipment troubleshooting.
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus two years of related administrative experience in higher education or similar organizations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to draft professional correspondence and take accurate meeting minutes.
Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
Position offers a minimum salary of $24.00 per hour along with comprehensive benefits including retirement plans, scholarships, and health insurance.
Criminal history background check required; position is full-time and not grant-funded.
Administrative Associate (Curtis, NE) Full Description
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 professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
Position Information
Position Information
Working Title | Administrative Associate (Curtis, NE) Department | NE College of Technical Agriculture-0928 Requisition Number | S_250627 Posting Open Date | Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 08/20/2025 Posting Close Date | Open Until Filled | No Description of Work | The Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture (NCTA), located in Curtis, NE, is nationally ranked as one of the best two-year colleges, and Forbes Business Magazine placed us among the top 30 trade schools in the nation. Our programs have high academic quality, are affordable and guarantee career success for graduates.
Position Overview We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Administrative Associate to provide advanced administrative support for NCTA Senior Leadership, faculty, and staff. This role is pivotal in ensuring the efficient daily operations of the senior leadership office, coordinating strategic initiatives, and supporting special projects and committees. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent judgment, discretion, and professionalism, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across various departments. A strong commitment to integrity, compassion, and service excellence is essential.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesExecutive Support & Office Management: Provide comprehensive administrative support to NCTA Senior Leadership, including calendar management, meeting coordination, document preparation, and oversight of daily office operations to ensure efficiency and alignment with university procedures. Serve as a backup for other administrative staff as needed to maintain continuity of operations. Strategic and Committee Coordination: Support ongoing strategic initiatives by assisting with planning, tracking progress, and providing administrative support to special committees involved in college affairs, including the strategic plan. Project and Event Coordination: Organize and support special events, projects, and initiatives led by senior leadership, ensuring smooth execution through timeline management, resource coordination, and effective communication. Communication & Confidential Information Handling: Serve as a key point of contact for the office, managing internal and external communications with professionalism and confidentiality. Maintain organized systems for records, correspondence, and information requests. Why Join Us At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace—it’s the place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with a university match Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where 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://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/. Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree plus two years progressively responsible administrative experience in higher education or comparable complex organization. Additional experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. Strong computer skills with word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software. Able to set up and troubleshoot A/V equipment and coordinate remote meetings with multiple attendees. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft professional correspondence and take accurate notes and meeting minutes. Strong organizational and time management abilities; capable of prioritizing multiple tasks, meeting deadlines, and performing basic math for reports or presentations. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, take initiative to resolve issues independently, and work effectively as a collaborative and reliable team member. Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required:Strong decision-making ability, attention to detail, and interpersonal skills. 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 | $24.00/hr 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 professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Jennifer McConville 308-367-5259 Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional Job Type | Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Work Location (City, State) | Curtis, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No If Temporary, indicate end date | Planned Hire Date: | Appointment End Date |
Supplemental Questions
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* Please detail your administrative and/or office management experience, including years of experience. (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have any event coordination experience? If so, please describe. (Open Ended Question)
* Please detail your administrative and organization skills, including computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet and email. (Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience working with confidential information. (Open Ended Question)
