University of Nebraska – Lincoln
Program Manager
🇺🇸 Lincoln, NE
🕑 Full-Time
💰 $56K
💻 Academic Advising
🗓️ July 28th, 2025
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University of Nebraska-Lincoln is hiring a Program Manager. The Program Manager develops and implements plans to advance the Clayton Yeutter Institute's education, public engagement, and research missions, manages experiential learning programs, advises students, conducts research, and supports strategic planning and project management.
Highlights
- Lead and organize new initiatives in collaboration with the institute director and faculty.
- Conduct independent research on international trade and finance to support programs and projects.
- Develop and manage experiential learning opportunities, administer awards, and explore study abroad possibilities.
- Advise students on the international trade minor.
- Assist with programming, strategy development, and project management.
- Must have a Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years relevant experience or a Master’s degree in Agriculture, International Relations, Political Science, Business, Economics, or related fields.
- Excellent writing, oral communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills required.
- Interest in working with university students and international trade topics.
- Preferred qualifications include experience with interdisciplinary programs and creative problem-solving skills.
- Minimum salary is $55,500 per year; full-time position with comprehensive benefits including scholarship programs, retirement plans, and medical/dental insurance.
- Criminal background check required.
Program Manager Full Description
Program Manager
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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, cover letter and list of professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
Working Title | Program Manager
Department | Office of Vice Pres/Vice Chancellor IANR-0775
Requisition Number | S_250597
Posting Open Date | 07/25/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 09/02/2025
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | At the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance, we connect academic disciplines related to law, policy, business and agriculture to prepare students for leadership roles in international trade and finance, support interdisciplinary research and increase public understanding of these issues. The Yeutter Institute is a community focused on understanding and adapting to our global world.
Position Overview: The Program Manager will develop and implement plans and programs to advance the Yeutter Institute’s integrated education, public engagement, and research missions. The Program Manager will play a key role in maintaining institute programs and helping realize the institute’s potential for growth, and will be an important contributor to the institute’s ongoing strategic planning discussions.
Key Responsibilities: Leads and organizes new initiatives with the Yeutter Institute director, faculty chairs, and strategic stakeholders. Conducts independent research on international trade and finance and related areas in support of institute programs and research projects. Develops and implements experiential learning opportunities for students, managing programs, administering awards and developing potential study abroad opportunities. Advises students on the international trade minor. Assists the Yeutter Institute director with programming, strategy development, and project management support.
Why Join Us:
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace—it’s the place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with a university match Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
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 in Agriculture, International Relations, Political Science, Business, Economics, or a related field, and at least two years of relevant experience. ORMaster’s degree in Agriculture, International Relations, Political Science, Business, Economics, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides comparable knowledge and skills may also be considered. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a member of a team. Experience must demonstrate excellent writing skills and oral communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, and ability to multitask with attention to detail. Interest in working with university students. Strong desire to learn about international trade and related topics.
Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Demonstrated interest in an interdisciplinary program. Experience working with university students. Prefer a self-starter bringing creative problem-solving skills to the job of helping grow an interdisciplinary institute
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 | $55,500/year 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 professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Ramsey Copeland, rcopeland2@unl.edu
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 |
Department | Office of Vice Pres/Vice Chancellor IANR-0775
Requisition Number | S_250597
Posting Open Date | 07/25/2025
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 09/02/2025
Posting Close Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Description of Work | At the Clayton Yeutter Institute of International Trade and Finance, we connect academic disciplines related to law, policy, business and agriculture to prepare students for leadership roles in international trade and finance, support interdisciplinary research and increase public understanding of these issues. The Yeutter Institute is a community focused on understanding and adapting to our global world.
Position Overview: The Program Manager will develop and implement plans and programs to advance the Yeutter Institute’s integrated education, public engagement, and research missions. The Program Manager will play a key role in maintaining institute programs and helping realize the institute’s potential for growth, and will be an important contributor to the institute’s ongoing strategic planning discussions.
Key Responsibilities: Leads and organizes new initiatives with the Yeutter Institute director, faculty chairs, and strategic stakeholders. Conducts independent research on international trade and finance and related areas in support of institute programs and research projects. Develops and implements experiential learning opportunities for students, managing programs, administering awards and developing potential study abroad opportunities. Advises students on the international trade minor. Assists the Yeutter Institute director with programming, strategy development, and project management support.
Why Join Us:
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace—it’s the place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:
Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education Generous retirement plans with a university match Ample paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
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 in Agriculture, International Relations, Political Science, Business, Economics, or a related field, and at least two years of relevant experience. ORMaster’s degree in Agriculture, International Relations, Political Science, Business, Economics, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides comparable knowledge and skills may also be considered. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as a member of a team. Experience must demonstrate excellent writing skills and oral communication, organizational and interpersonal skills, and ability to multitask with attention to detail. Interest in working with university students. Strong desire to learn about international trade and related topics.
Preferred Qualifications | The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Demonstrated interest in an interdisciplinary program. Experience working with university students. Prefer a self-starter bringing creative problem-solving skills to the job of helping grow an interdisciplinary institute
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 | $55,500/year 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 professional references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Ramsey Copeland, rcopeland2@unl.edu
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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