University of Nebraska – Lincoln
OLLI Communications Associate
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring an OLLI Communications Associate. This role involves collaborating with volunteer committees and staff to direct marketing efforts, developing membership campaigns, managing social media content, catalogs, e-newsletters, website maintenance, video editing, and supporting programming and event coordination under the supervision of the OLLI Director.
Highlights
- Develop and execute marketing campaigns for membership recruitment and retention.
- Create and manage content for social media, catalogs, e-newsletters, website, and video editing.
- Collaborate with volunteer marketing and membership committees and OLLI staff.
- Support program and event coordinators with programming and travel events.
- Serve as liaison for Voices and Perspectives committee and assist with curriculum as needed.
- Provide backup for office staff assistant when absent.
- Associate's degree in communications, marketing, or related field plus 2 years relevant experience required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Proficiency with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software is required.
- Criminal history background check required.
- Compensation starts at $20.192 per hour with comprehensive benefits including paid time off, insurance options, scholarship programs, and retirement plans.
OLLI Communications Associate Full Description
OLLI Communications Associate
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Position Information
Working Title | OLLI Communications Associate
Department | College of Education & Human Sciences-0910
Requisition Number | S_260277
Posting Open Date | 04/22/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 05/05/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (OLLI) is a membership-based lifelong learning program for adults 50 years old plus. OLLI offers noncredit courses, lectures, events and travel opportunities. No tests, no grades, just a love of learning.
As the OLLI Communications Associate, you will:Work with member volunteer marketing and membership committees and OLLI staff to set the direction for marketing Develop campaigns for membership recruitment and retention and promote OLLI to media sources Create content for social media campaigns, produce catalogs, disseminate e-newsletters, maintain the website and work with video editing Assist the program and event coordinators to ensure all areas of programming are covered, assisting with events and travel programming Serve as a liaison on the Voices and Perspectives committee Assist with curriculum areas as needed. Serve as a backup for the office staff assistant in their absence. Work under the direct supervision of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Director
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
Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field plus 2 years of relevant experience in communications, marketing or related work required; equivalent education/experience considered. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are necessary. Excellent customer-service skills and ability to relate effectively with members/participants in the program essential. Must pay attention to detail and have the ability to multitask. Experience using word processing, database and spreadsheet computer software required.
Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field preferred but not required.
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 | $20.192/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
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Melissa Hayes-Connolly, Director
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
mhayes24@unl.edu
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? | Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: | June, 2026
Appointment End Date |
Department | College of Education & Human Sciences-0910
Requisition Number | S_260277
Posting Open Date | 04/22/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 05/05/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (OLLI) is a membership-based lifelong learning program for adults 50 years old plus. OLLI offers noncredit courses, lectures, events and travel opportunities. No tests, no grades, just a love of learning.
As the OLLI Communications Associate, you will:Work with member volunteer marketing and membership committees and OLLI staff to set the direction for marketing Develop campaigns for membership recruitment and retention and promote OLLI to media sources Create content for social media campaigns, produce catalogs, disseminate e-newsletters, maintain the website and work with video editing Assist the program and event coordinators to ensure all areas of programming are covered, assisting with events and travel programming Serve as a liaison on the Voices and Perspectives committee Assist with curriculum areas as needed. Serve as a backup for the office staff assistant in their absence. Work under the direct supervision of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Director
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
Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.
Minimum Required Qualifications
Associate’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field plus 2 years of relevant experience in communications, marketing or related work required; equivalent education/experience considered. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are necessary. Excellent customer-service skills and ability to relate effectively with members/participants in the program essential. Must pay attention to detail and have the ability to multitask. Experience using word processing, database and spreadsheet computer software required.
Preferred Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or related field preferred but not required.
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 | $20.192/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
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Melissa Hayes-Connolly, Director
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
mhayes24@unl.edu
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? | Yes
If Temporary, indicate end date |
Planned Hire Date: | June, 2026
Appointment End Date |
Supplemental Questions
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- * Please describe your experience in communications, marketing or related field, including years of experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe your experience in jobs that have required strong organizational skills and excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
(Open Ended Question) - * Please detail your experience using word processing, database and spreadsheet computer software.
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