Academic Outreach Specialist

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking an Academic Outreach Specialist to support low-income, first-generation students within the TRIO SSS program and help them earn their bachelor’s degree.

The role centers on coordinating activities, outreach to prospective students, and delivering educational programming to TRIO SSS participants, promoting student success and pathway completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• One year of experience working in an educational setting.
• Experience developing and executing student success initiatives and programs.
• Knowledge/understanding of working with low-income, first-generation, and disabled students.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet the University driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execution of program activities, events, and recognition opportunities.
• Providing outreach to new potential students and monitoring participant success.
• Coordination and implementation of educational programming, seminars, and presentations for TRIO SSS participants.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Job description

Working Title

Academic Outreach Specialist

Department

TRIO Programs-0962

Description Of Work

The Academic Outreach Specialist will provide support services to assist low-income first-generation students in the Student Support Services ( SSS ) TRIO program. The services provided will assist eligible students with navigating their college journey to successfully earn their bachelor’s degree.

The Academic Outreach Specialist is responsible for:

• Coordination and execution of program activities, events, and recognition opportunities.
• Providing outreach to new potential students and monitoring participant success.
• Coordination and implementation of educational programming, seminars, and presentations that will assist TRIO SSS participants successfully navigate their collegiate experience.

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. Our campus is known for its 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
• Robust retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working at UNL : https://go.unl.edu/aboutus

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• One year of experience working in an educational setting
• Experience developing and executing student success initiatives and programs
• Knowledge/understanding of working with low-income, first-generation, and disabled students.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet the University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in higher educational setting
• Experience working with TRIO programs
• Experience serving first generation, low-income, or disabled student populations

Posted Salary

$45,000/yr. minimum