University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an NSE Assistant Director to manage orientation and enrollment programming for special student populations, including transfers, international students, and first-generation students. The role builds working relationships across NSE staff, orientation leaders, and campus partners to plan, execute, and evaluate each program cycle.
Highlights
Manages orientation- and enrollment-related programs supporting transfer, international, non-traditional, commuter, first-generation, and family populations.
Builds working relationships with UNL faculty, staff, NSE orientation leaders, and International Welcome Team members.
Runs email campaigns, online orientation materials, and presentations tailored to special-population programming.
Trains and supervises student staff and orientation leaders across program cycles.
Coordinates pre-program planning, execution, and post-program evaluation with the senior associate director.
Develops initiatives and programs specifically aimed at improving outcomes for special student populations.
Works occasional night and weekend hours to support presentations and program events.
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
Position Information
EEO Statement | Working Title | NSE Assistant Director Department | New Student Enrollment-8325 Requisition Number | S_260756 Posting Open Date | 09/16/2026 Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 09/24/2026 Posting Close Date | Open Until Filled | Yes Description of Work | Position is responsible for managing and developing orientation- and enrollment-related programs, initiatives, and procedures that support special populations of undergraduate students and stakeholders, including but not limited to transfers, international students, non-traditional students, commuters, first-generation students, parents and family members. Will manage working relationships with UNL faculty and staff, NSE orientation leaders, International Welcome Team members, student staff, and NSE professional staff. Responsible for email campaigns, online orientation and materials , presentations, proposals, schedule development, training, and any other communications or logistical aspects related to special-population programs. Position will work collaboratively with senior associate director in pre-program planning, execution, training, and post-program follow-up and evaluation. Ability to give presentations and work occasional night and weekend hours required.
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://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/. Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree plus two year of professional experience in higher education student support services. Training and supervision of student leaders Experience developing initiatives or programs for college students Experience in event planning and management Public speaking experience Excellent oral and written communication and attention to detail Strong computer and presentation skills Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills. Proven experience working collaboratively and effectively with individuals from a variety of backgrounds Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in higher education administration, college student personnel, education, counseling, sociology or related field Experience managing email communications and web content Experience supporting at least one of the following special populations in higher education: transfers, international students, nontraditional students, out-of-state students, commuters, parents/family members, first-generation students Experience in learning management systems Experience interacting with the University community
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 | $48,000/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 | Sandy Airan, [email protected] 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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