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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an Assistant Director for the Space, Cyber, and National Security Law Program. The role involves managing daily administrative operations, representing the College of Law at various events, supporting student recruitment and services, handling communications, overseeing alumni relations, and contributing to programming and research initiatives.

Highlights

Manage day-to-day administrative operations of the Space, Cyber, and National Security Law Program.
Represent the College of Law at local, regional, and national events.
Oversee communications including website, newsletters, and reports.
Support student recruitment and provide services to SCNS program students.
Plan and execute conferences and manage external professional outreach.
Maintain alumni relations and engagement.
Support faculty and leadership and participate in programming and research initiatives.
Required skills include writing, editing, marketing, event planning, social media management, budget tracking, and basic computer proficiency.
Qualifications include a bachelor's degree with four years of relevant professional experience; a master's or JD focused on space, cyber, or national security law is preferred.
Posted salary is $55,000 per year minimum; position requires some evenings, weekends, and overnight travel.

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Assistant Director Space, Cyber, and National Security Law Program

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Position Information

Working Title | Assistant Director Space, Cyber, and National Security Law Program
Department | College of Law-0899
Requisition Number | S_260328
Posting Open Date | 04/30/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 05/14/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The University of Nebraska College of Law, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Director Space, Cyber, and National Security Law Program.

Duties and responsibilities of this position include: Represent the College of Law at local, regional, and national events Manage day-to-day administrative operations of the department Oversee communications (website, newsletters, articles, reports) Assist and support student recruitment (LLMs, JDs) Provide student support services for SCNS program students Provide conference planning and execution Oversee external professional outreach Manage Alumni Relations and engagement Support full-time and adjunct faculty and leadership Develop programming and participate in research initiatives

This position will require some evenings/weekends and overnight travel.

An ideal candidate will be interested in a combination of administrative work, strategic planning, and legal research, with some background in the substantive areas and interest in developing research relationships.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of relevant professional experience such as Higher Ed administration, law school operations, government/military affairs, or program management in a policy-focused environment. Writing, editing, and marketing experience. Event planning and execution experience. Experience in social media and communications management. Budget tracking and basic financial management experience. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Customer service orientated. Independent judgment and problem-solving ability. Basic computer proficiency. Ability to travel and work occasional evenings/weekends.

Preferred Qualifications | Masters degree or JD law degree, with focus in space, cyber, or national security law. Public speaking experience. Familiarity with military culture, the JAG officer community, or U.S. national security structures. Proficiency with HTML/Drupal a plus
The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to manage competing priorities, be able to work independently, and drive initiatives to completion with minimal supervision.
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 | $55,000/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.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Tasha Everman, J.D.
Assistant Dean, UNL College of Law
everman@unl.edu
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 |
Planned Hire Date: |
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