Educational Specialist

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 A workplace culture that values your time outside of work Learn more about working at UNL: https://go.unl.edu/aboutus 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://go.unl.edu/nondiscrimination

Minimum Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, community services, human development, or related field. Experience providing educational learning activities—improve academic performance, organizes educational planning, and preparation for enrollment in post-secondary education. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to drive a 12-passenger van Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirement as well as a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree Fluent in a second language other than English. Demonstrate ability to communicate with high school aged youth Experience in working with school staff, and parents/ guardians. Experience working with TRIO programs. Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes 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 Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional Job Type Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Bi-weekly weekends and evenings Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Jamil Funnah 402-472-8887 jfunnah 2@unl.edu Required Documents Resume Cover Letter List of References Optional Documents Connect with #UNL UNLincoln on Facebook @UNLincoln on Twitter UNL on You Tube @unlincoln on Instagram University of Nebraska- Lincoln on Linked In unlincoln on Pinterest UNLincoln on Snapchat unlincoln on Spotify Campus Links Directory Employment Events Libraries Maps Office of the Chancellor Nebraska Today Policies Emergency Planning and Preparedness Institutional Equity and Compliance Notice of Nondiscrimination Privacy Policy Student Information Disclosures