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University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Program Coordinator, Student Culture & Community
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Lincoln, Nebraska
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Other
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October 7th, 2026
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University of Nebraska – Lincoln is hiring a Program Coordinator, Student Culture & Community to advance student belonging and holistic success through programs, services, and engagement opportunities. The coordinator builds campus partnerships and student initiatives that aim to raise student success, recruitment, and retention. This role also leads student support staff and works with Student Life Marketing on event campaigns.
Highlights
- Develop campus partnerships and student programs that build a climate of cultural excellence and belonging.
- Hire, train, and lead student support staff.
- Monitor and track program expenditures through financial statements and records.
- Collaborate with Student Life Marketing on marketing campaigns for Student Culture and Community events.
- Work some evening and weekend hours.
- Hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
- Require one year of experience in an academic, administrative project, or program coordination role.
- Prefer a master's degree in Higher Education, Sociology, Educational Psychology, Leadership, or Program Management.
- Favor experience generating external funding through fundraising or grants.
- Start at $45,000 per year minimum, with paid leave, insurance options, scholarship programs, and a retirement match.
Program Coordinator, Student Culture & Community Full Description
Program Coordinator, Student Culture & Community
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
Position Information
EEO Statement | 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 Notice of Nondiscrimination
Working Title | Program Coordinator, Student Culture & Community
Department | Student Culture & Community-11400
Requisition Number | S_260805
Posting Open Date | 10/06/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 10/21/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | We’re looking for someone to join our team to support a dynamic student community. The Program Coordinator advances student belonging and holistic success by coordinating programs, services, and engagement opportunities that support students at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
The Program Coordinator will: Develop, coordinate, initiate campus partnerships, and implement student programmatic initiatives focused on creating a campus climate of cultural excellence and belonging with a goal of increasing student success, recruitment, and retention. Monitor and track program expenditures through financial statements, records, and program expenditures. Hire, train, and lead student support staff. Collaborate with Student Life Marketing to develop and implement marketing campaigns for Student Culture and Community events.
About Us:
The Office of Student Culture & Community fosters dynamic and supportive environments, provides empowering experiences, and supports all students to strengthen a sense of belonging and holistic success. We cultivate spaces, programs, and partnerships where all Huskers can engage genuinely, meaningfully, and thrive in community.We advance student success by connecting individuals to resources that address basic needs, support academic and personal development, and build leadership capacity. We empower students not only to navigate campus life but also to shape it.
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
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience. One year of experience in an academic, administrative project, or program coordination role, similar experience will be considered. Experience engaging and supporting students and communities across a broad range of identities, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and areas of interest. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail. Ability to coordinate programs, events, workshops, and community-building opportunities. Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with students, colleagues, campus partners, and student organizations. Ability to work collaboratively across campus in support of an embedded service model. Ability to communicate effectively across differences, identities, and perspectives. Basic knowledge of student development, identity-based support, campus engagement, or community-building practices. Ability to use sound judgment and discretion when responding to student needs.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in Higher Education, Sociology, Educational Psychology/Psychology, Leadership, Program Management/Administration or related field. Experience generating external funding sources (fundraising, grants, etc.). Direct experience developing and implementing workshops, programs, and services across a broad range of topics and interests. Experience supporting programs or services emphasizing belonging, identity development, or student community-building. Previous experience developing and implementing comprehensive communication and outreach plans. Experience working collaboratively with varied campus and off-campus entities. Working knowledge of student development and leadership education theory. Preferred candidates will demonstrate advanced knowledge, skills, or abilities in the following areas: Knowledge of student development and support, campus climate, and resource navigation. Demonstrated ability to navigate sensitive student needs and partnership work with professionalism, discretion, and care. Working knowledge of student development and leadership education theory.
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 | $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 | Kenji Madison
[email protected]
402.472-1877
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Some evening and weekend work
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 |
Working Title | Program Coordinator, Student Culture & Community
Department | Student Culture & Community-11400
Requisition Number | S_260805
Posting Open Date | 10/06/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 10/21/2026
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | We’re looking for someone to join our team to support a dynamic student community. The Program Coordinator advances student belonging and holistic success by coordinating programs, services, and engagement opportunities that support students at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.
The Program Coordinator will: Develop, coordinate, initiate campus partnerships, and implement student programmatic initiatives focused on creating a campus climate of cultural excellence and belonging with a goal of increasing student success, recruitment, and retention. Monitor and track program expenditures through financial statements, records, and program expenditures. Hire, train, and lead student support staff. Collaborate with Student Life Marketing to develop and implement marketing campaigns for Student Culture and Community events.
About Us:
The Office of Student Culture & Community fosters dynamic and supportive environments, provides empowering experiences, and supports all students to strengthen a sense of belonging and holistic success. We cultivate spaces, programs, and partnerships where all Huskers can engage genuinely, meaningfully, and thrive in community.We advance student success by connecting individuals to resources that address basic needs, support academic and personal development, and build leadership capacity. We empower students not only to navigate campus life but also to shape it.
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
Minimum Required Qualifications | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience. One year of experience in an academic, administrative project, or program coordination role, similar experience will be considered. Experience engaging and supporting students and communities across a broad range of identities, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and areas of interest. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail. Ability to coordinate programs, events, workshops, and community-building opportunities. Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with students, colleagues, campus partners, and student organizations. Ability to work collaboratively across campus in support of an embedded service model. Ability to communicate effectively across differences, identities, and perspectives. Basic knowledge of student development, identity-based support, campus engagement, or community-building practices. Ability to use sound judgment and discretion when responding to student needs.
Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree in Higher Education, Sociology, Educational Psychology/Psychology, Leadership, Program Management/Administration or related field. Experience generating external funding sources (fundraising, grants, etc.). Direct experience developing and implementing workshops, programs, and services across a broad range of topics and interests. Experience supporting programs or services emphasizing belonging, identity development, or student community-building. Previous experience developing and implementing comprehensive communication and outreach plans. Experience working collaboratively with varied campus and off-campus entities. Working knowledge of student development and leadership education theory. Preferred candidates will demonstrate advanced knowledge, skills, or abilities in the following areas: Knowledge of student development and support, campus climate, and resource navigation. Demonstrated ability to navigate sensitive student needs and partnership work with professionalism, discretion, and care. Working knowledge of student development and leadership education theory.
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 | $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 | Kenji Madison
[email protected]
402.472-1877
Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional
Job Type | Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Some evening and weekend work
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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