University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Program Coord, Student Org & Ldrshp
Job Description

Job Summary:

Student Leadership, Involvement, and Community Engagement (SLICE) has an exciting opportunity for a Program Coordinator to join the Student Organizations & Leadership team. If you have proven leadership skills, the ability to collaborate with others, and a drive to make a difference in the lives of students through the programs that SLICE offers, we encourage you to apply.

The Program Coordinator will:

  • Assist with the delivery of programs for recognized student organizations (RSOs) such as event planning and registration, annual orientations, and managing events such as Big Red Welcome events, Nvolvement Fairs, or Student Impact Awards.
  • Collaborate with a team to provide programming centered around leadership for RSOs and the student body.
  • Serve as an advisor of a Student Organization.
  • Manage and oversee administrative tasks related to RSOs.
  • Conduct assessments related to departmental initiatives.
  • Assist in the development and execution of the SLICE strategic plan.
  • Collaborate with the campus community and others to offer many programs and services to benefit the student body.

Additional Info

About Us:

Ranked as one of the best employers in Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

• Vacation and sick leave pay

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• No-cost life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Exclusive staff discounts

• Continuous improvement and innovation

• Professional development through training and education • And much more!

Required Qualifications:

Required Education:Bachelor's degree
Required Experience:1 year
Type of Required Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
  • Experience in program development and/or student leadership.

Equivalency Statement:Equivalent combination of education and experience, that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Required Knowlege, Skills, Abilities:
  • Demonstrated effective leadership skills.
  • Effective decision-making.
  • Must have excellent written and oral communications skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Education:Master's degree
Type of Preferred Education:

Master’s degree in student personnel, higher education, educational psychology, educational administration, counseling, or related field preferred.


Type of Preferred Experience:
  • 1 year full-time experience in a student support role on a campus or with a community-based organization. (Two years of Graduate Assistant experience may be substituted for 1 year of experience)
  • Experience working with data management systems.

Compliance Requirements:

Background Check

Additional Information:

If selected for this position and a verbal offer is accepted, the final written offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of the following required pre-employment check(s): 

 

Criminal history background check 

Information at a Glance
Req Id:  1384
Campus Name:  University of Nebraska Lincoln (UNL)
Org Unit:  Stdnt Lead Involve Cmmty Engagement UNL
Job Location:  Lincoln, NE 68588
Application Review Date:  10/30/25
Open Until Filled:  Yes
Advertised Salary:  $45,000/year minimum
Job Type:  Full-Time
Worksite Eligibility:  On-site
Benefits Eligible:  Yes
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:  Veronica Riepe, vriepe2@nebraska.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant:  "Click on "Apply Now". Create or login to account. If current employee, click on "Employee Login".

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.

 

Posting Start Date:  10/15/25