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University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Educational Specialist
🇺🇸
Lincoln, Nebraska
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Full-Time
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$45K
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Academic Advising
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August 31st, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an Educational Specialist. The role involves supporting high school students in the TRIO Upward Bound program by formulating individualized educational plans, providing academic advising, developing college preparatory activities, assisting with summer program implementation, and guiding post-secondary pathway planning.
Highlights
- Supports students within the TRIO Upward Bound program in Lincoln Metro area high schools
- Formulates and implements individualized academic, educational, and leadership plans for participants
- Provides academic advising and instructional support to help retain participants
- Develops and implements college preparatory activities and programs
- Assists with the Upward Bound summer program at University of Nebraska–Lincoln
- Assists participants with post-secondary pathway planning
- Requires a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, community services, human development, or related field
- Must have experience with educational learning activities and improving academic performance
- Valid driver's license with 12-passenger van driving ability and clean driving record required
- Minimum salary of $45,000 per year with full-time, regular staff benefits including paid time off, insurance options, retirement plans, and scholarship programs
Educational Specialist Full Description
Educational Specialist
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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
Position Information
Working Title | Educational Specialist
Department | TRIO Programs-0962
Requisition Number | S_260700
Posting Open Date | 08/28/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 09/11/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Education Specialist works in the High Schools within the Lincoln Metro area to support students within the TRIO Upward Bound program.
As an Education Specialist, you will: Formulate and implement an educational plan that addresses each participant’s individualized academic, educational, and leadership needs and interests Provide academic advising and instructional support that enables participants to be retained with the program Develop and implement college preparatory activities and programs Actively assist in the development and implementation of the Upward Bound summer program at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln Assist program participants with Post Secondary Pathway planning
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 A workplace culture that values your time outside of work
Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination
EEO Statement |
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, community services, human development, or related field. Experience providing educational learning activities—improve academic performance, organizes educational planning, and preparation for enrollment in post-secondary education. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to drive a 12-passenger van Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirement as well as a clean driving record.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree Fluent in a second language other than English. Demonstrate ability to communicate with high school aged youth Experience in working with school staff, and parents/ guardians. Experience in assessing student needs. Experience working with TRIO programs.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes
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 | $45,000/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 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 | Jamil Funnah
402-472-8887
[email protected]
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Bi-weekly weekends and evenings
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: |
Appointment End Date |
Department | TRIO Programs-0962
Requisition Number | S_260700
Posting Open Date | 08/28/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 09/11/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Education Specialist works in the High Schools within the Lincoln Metro area to support students within the TRIO Upward Bound program.
As an Education Specialist, you will: Formulate and implement an educational plan that addresses each participant’s individualized academic, educational, and leadership needs and interests Provide academic advising and instructional support that enables participants to be retained with the program Develop and implement college preparatory activities and programs Actively assist in the development and implementation of the Upward Bound summer program at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln Assist program participants with Post Secondary Pathway planning
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 A workplace culture that values your time outside of work
Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See https://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination
EEO Statement |
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, community services, human development, or related field. Experience providing educational learning activities—improve academic performance, organizes educational planning, and preparation for enrollment in post-secondary education. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to drive a 12-passenger van Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirement as well as a clean driving record.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree Fluent in a second language other than English. Demonstrate ability to communicate with high school aged youth Experience in working with school staff, and parents/ guardians. Experience in assessing student needs. Experience working with TRIO programs.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | Yes
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 | $45,000/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 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 | Jamil Funnah
402-472-8887
[email protected]
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Bi-weekly weekends and evenings
Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: |
Appointment End Date |
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