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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Program Coordinator. The role involves supporting the William H. Thompson Scholars Learning Community by conducting individualized scholar meetings, developing programmatic elements such as workshops, and teaching first-year seminar courses. The Program Coordinator collaborates with program staff for scholar support and handles leadership responsibilities in various areas like community service and event planning.

Highlights

Support scholars' academic, personal, professional, and social development.
Oversee academic probation programming and develop workshops.
Teach first-year seminar courses and supervise a peer mentor team.
Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience required; Master’s degree preferred.
Experience with college students, especially at-risk, is essential.
$43,000/year minimum salary.
Strong communication skills are mandatory.
Experience in student services and administrative database maintenance preferred.
Leadership roles in community service and event planning.

Program Coordinator Full Description

Program Coordinator

Position Information

Working Title | Program Coordinator
Department | Undergraduate Programs-2975
Requisition Number | S_250434
Posting Open Date | 06/05/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 06/20/2025
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes

Description of Work
The William H. Thompson Scholars (WHT) Learning Community provides academic and life skills support to recipients of the Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation Scholarship at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Offering a sequence of common courses, activities, and advising, scholars are given an opportunity to connect closely with staff, faculty, and peers.

WHT is an energetic and student success focused environment, with Program Coordinators primarily focusing on providing support through individualized meetings with program scholars throughout the academic year. Working collaboratively with program staff to uphold the mission and core values of the WHT program, a Program Coordinator utilizes a holistic approach to support scholars in academics, personal wellness, professional growth, and social development. Program Coordinators oversee individualized academic probation programming, connecting closely with at-risk scholars. Staff are responsible for teaching several sections of a first-year seminar course during the fall term and assist with the training and supervision of a peer mentor team. Development of essential programmatic elements including workshops (academic, diversity and inclusion, life skills, social, and community service), and seminar curriculum is expected.

In addition to student support duties, Program Coordinators are assigned leadership responsibilities in areas such as: community service, mental health and wellness, social engagement, event planning, housing, transfer students, study cafe, tutors, and study abroad.
Peer mentors have mobile accessibility outside of the normal working hours and community programming needs often require regular night and weekend obligations.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and collaborative workforce. UNL is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success where every person and every interaction matters. The University is proud to be one of Nebraska’s preferred and largest employers where individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

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 | Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of relevant experience required. Ability to organize and implement student-based programs necessary. Experience working with college students, specifically at-risk, essential. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree preferred. Three years of student services experience desirable. Administrative experience with maintaining databases is preferred.
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 | $43,000/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 | Jocelyn Bullock
William H. Thompson Scholars Learning Community – Director
jbullock6@unl.edu
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | May be required to attend events outside business hrs.
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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