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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an Assistant to the Director for the Johnny Carson School of Theatre & Film. The role involves providing high-level administrative support to the Director, managing calendars, communications, travel, and office operations, as well as coordinating meetings, events, recruitment activities, and supporting various administrative and curricular processes related to theatre, film, and emerging media arts programs.

Highlights

Manage Director's calendar, communications, travel, and office operations.
Coordinate School meetings, events, special projects, and recruitment logistics.
Support student engagement, recruitment, faculty support, and School operations.
Track and process expenses, travel, purchasing, and assist with budget monitoring.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual meeting platforms such as Teams or Zoom required.
Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree plus 2 years administrative experience or equivalent education/experience combinations.
Preferred qualifications include experience in arts administration or academic/performing arts environment and familiarity with HTML, FileMaker Pro, CASHNet, SlideRoom, Mac OS, PeopleAdmin, or MyRED.
Position classified as Administrative Associate in the UNL system.
Hourly wage starts at $22.50 per hour.
Criminal history background check required.

Assistant to the Director Full Description

Assistant to the Director

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Position Information

Working Title | Assistant to the Director
Department | Johnny Carson School-Theatre & Film-1033
Requisition Number | S_260458
Posting Open Date | 06/10/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/26/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Johnny Carson School of Theatre & Film is a premier program in the Big Ten dedicated to nurturing the next generation of performers, filmmakers and emerging media artists.

The Assistant to the Director provides high-level administrative and operational support to ensure the effective functioning of the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film Director’s Office.
As the Assistant to the Director, you will: Provide high-level administrative support to the Director, managing calendars, communications, travel, scheduling, and office operations while serving as a key liaison with internal and external stakeholders. Coordinate School meetings, events, special projects, and recruitment activities, including logistics, communications, materials preparation, and operational support. Support administrative and/or curricular processes related to student engagement, recruitment, faculty support, and School operations across theatre, film, and emerging media arts programs. Track and process expenses, travel, purchasing, and operational documentation while assisting with budget monitoring and administrative coordination.
This role requires professionalism, discretion, strong organizational skills, and proactive problem-solving to support the daily operations and strategic priorities of the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film. In the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Administrative Associate.
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. We are known for our 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 Retirement plans with university match
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Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of administrative support experience; ORAssociate degree plus four (4) years of administrative support experience; ORHigh school diploma or equivalency plus six (6) years of administrative support experience. Equivalent education/experience considered. Strong organizational, customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to support senior leadership. Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite for email, documents, spreadsheets, and virtual meeting platforms such as Teams or Zoom.
Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Bachelor’s degree in arts administration, communication, business, or a related field. Experience working in an academic or performing arts environment. Experience and proficiency with website maintenance (including HTML) and/or software applications such as FileMaker Pro, CASHNet, SlideRoom, Mac OS, PeopleAdmin, MyRED, or similar programs.
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 | $22.50/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 references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Shelby Foged
shelby.foged@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: |
Appointment End Date |

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