University of Nebraska at Omaha

Job Summary and Responsibilities:

The National Counterterrorism, Innovation, Technology, and Education Center (NCITE), a U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Center of Excellence (COE) at the University of Nebraska Omaha, is seeking a Graphic Design student worker to develop visual content and aid communication and marketing efforts that seek to establish NCITE as the premier provider of U.S. counterterrorism research, technology, and workforce development. This position will support the Center with a majority focus on executing graphic design projects to help translate the research to a wide range of audiences and will also be given the opportunity to brainstorm and contribute to maintaining NCITE’s brand identify. Due to the fast-paced needs of the research center, applicants who can commit 20 hours a week in-person will be prioritized for interviews.

Responsibilities include:

• Producing final public-ready branded outputs for research and digital media – including research reports, one-page deliverables, event & webinar flyers, infographics, etc.  
• Updating NCITE-branded templates, including presentation slides and email newsletters
• Assisting with copy editing and accessibility compliance of deliverables
• Assisting with photo archiving and digital signage management
• Assisting with day-of event and visitor logistics management 

This role is a year-round position, for immediate hire, with a starting minimum wage of $17 per hour.

Required Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be a current undergraduate or graduate student, studying or with a background in a relevant field, including studio art, PR or advertising design, or marketing. Other qualifications include:

• Must be an enrolled UNO student. 3rd year undergraduate or masters-level training/experience is preferred. 
• Proficient with the Adobe Creative Suite – particularly Illustrator and InDesign – and Microsoft Office products.
• A solid understanding of digital marketing and public relation principles.
• Passionate about current events, including national security and counterterrorism topics, or have a willingness to learn more about them.
• The ability to communicate design decisions with colleagues and managers.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.

Compliance Requirements:

Due to the nature of the funding, all employees must be able to provide proof of U.S. Citizenizenship or proof of employment verification. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. 

About Us:

NCITE provides cutting edge research, academic, and workforce development programs for counterterrorism professionals across the Homeland Security Enterprise (HSE).  July 2025 began the 6th year of a 10-year Cooperative Agreement between UNO and DHS Science and Technology, Office of University Programs. NCITE is an interdisciplinary, federally funded DHS COE housed in Scott Technology Center on UNO’s vibrant Scott Campus in Omaha’s entrepreneurial Aksarben Neighborhood. Learn more about the NCITE Center at www.unomaha.edu/ncite.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.

UNO is committed to diversity among faculty and staff. The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, height, weight, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. With a metropolitan mission, UNO serves a diverse student body and is actively engaged with the community as a leader, supporter, and partner.

Additional Information:

Application Instructions

All applications materials will be treated as confidential per University of Nebraska Omaha and Nebraska State Law.

University of Nebraska at Omaha is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples and single parents. We encourage candidates who have had non-traditional career paths, or who have taken time off for family reasons, to apply for this position. The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. For the complete University of Nebraska nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see https://www.unomaha.edu/office-of-equity-access-and-diversity/index.php.

Application Requirements

1. Resume
2. Cover letter (no more than one page)
3. A portfolio or 3-4 examples of graphic design work

Job Location

Scott Technology Center, Scott Campus – Omaha, NE