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University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Graduate Program Coordinator
🇺🇸
Lincoln, Nebraska
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Full-Time
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$19
per Hour
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Other
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August 31st, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Graduate Program Coordinator. The role involves coordinating graduate student support and managing office operations for the School of Entomology and Plant Pathology, primarily focusing on the Entomology graduate program. The coordinator supports students through their academic life cycle and handles admissions, onboarding, scheduling, and committee activities.
Highlights
- Serve as primary coordinator for graduate student support and general office management.
- Support prospective, incoming, and current M.S. and Ph.D. students throughout their graduate life cycle.
- Coordinate admissions, onboarding, assistantships, fellowships, scholarships, academic records, scheduling, and Graduate Committee activities.
- Act as a key contact for graduate students and provide customer service support.
- Provide general office, building, and event support for smooth daily school operations.
- Proficiency required in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams) or similar digital tools.
- Minimum qualifications: High school diploma plus 4 years of administrative support experience or associate degree plus 2 years of experience; strong communication and multitasking skills.
- Preferred qualifications: Customer service experience, experience working with college students, and knowledge of UNL.
- Requires criminal history background check.
- Starting pay minimum is $19.33 per hour.
Graduate Program Coordinator Full Description
Graduate Program Coordinator
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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 in Word or PDF format.
Position Information
Working Title | Graduate Program Coordinator
Department | Entomology-0834
Requisition Number | S_260706
Posting Open Date | 08/28/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 09/14/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | As the Graduate Program Coordinator, you will: Serve as the primary coordinator for graduate student support and provide general office management for the School combining Entomology and Plant Pathology, with primary responsibility for the Entomology graduate program and associated academic and administrative functions. Support prospective, incoming, and current M.S. and Ph.D. students throughout the graduate student life cycle. Coordinate admissions, onboarding, assistantships, fellowships, scholarships, records, academic scheduling, and Graduate Committee activities Serve as a key point of contact for graduate students. Provide general office, building, event, and customer-service support to ensure effective daily operations of the School.
This position is located on UNL’s East Campus in Lincoln, NE. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Office Associate.
Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.
About UsAt 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 Robust retirement plans with university match
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 | High school diploma plus four (4) years of experience providing administrative support or related work; ORAssociate degree in business, communications, or related field plus two (2) years of experience providing administrative support or related work. Equivalent education/experience considered. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams), or similar tools, and the ability to quickly learn and navigate new software and digital tools. Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with frequent interruptions.
Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Front-facing customer service experience. Experience working with college students. Working knowledge of UNL.
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 | $19.33/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 in Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Jamie Raehal
[email protected]
Job Category (old) | Office/Service
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 |
Department | Entomology-0834
Requisition Number | S_260706
Posting Open Date | 08/28/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 09/14/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | As the Graduate Program Coordinator, you will: Serve as the primary coordinator for graduate student support and provide general office management for the School combining Entomology and Plant Pathology, with primary responsibility for the Entomology graduate program and associated academic and administrative functions. Support prospective, incoming, and current M.S. and Ph.D. students throughout the graduate student life cycle. Coordinate admissions, onboarding, assistantships, fellowships, scholarships, records, academic scheduling, and Graduate Committee activities Serve as a key point of contact for graduate students. Provide general office, building, event, and customer-service support to ensure effective daily operations of the School.
This position is located on UNL’s East Campus in Lincoln, NE. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Office Associate.
Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.
About UsAt 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 Robust retirement plans with university match
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 | High school diploma plus four (4) years of experience providing administrative support or related work; ORAssociate degree in business, communications, or related field plus two (2) years of experience providing administrative support or related work. Equivalent education/experience considered. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams), or similar tools, and the ability to quickly learn and navigate new software and digital tools. Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with frequent interruptions.
Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Front-facing customer service experience. Experience working with college students. Working knowledge of UNL.
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 | $19.33/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 in Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Jamie Raehal
[email protected]
Job Category (old) | Office/Service
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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