Academic Pathway Advisor

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Comprehensive insurance options

Scholarship programs for employees and

Retirement plans with university match

Work‑life balance culture

Job summary

University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking an Academic Pathway Advisor to empower first‑generation and low‑income students in Nebraska. You will recruit, advise, and monitor student progress, and build ties with counselors, families and partners in Lincoln/Waverly.

Responsibilities include hosting workshops, providing one-on-one advising and tutoring, and helping plan the summer program with required travel within the service area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field is required.
• Two years of experience with low-income students in academic/social settings.
• Experience designing curriculum and/or workshops for students.
• Ability to develop educational programming on career exploration, financial literacy, and college prep.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to drive university vans.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, advise and support students in the program and monitor their success.
• Build relationships with school counselors, families and community partners in Lincoln/Waverly area.
• Host workshops, provide one-on-one advising, tutoring, and enrichment programs.
• Assist in planning and executing the summer program.
• Regular travel within the service area is required.

Skills

Curriculum design

Verbal communication

Written communication

Driver's license

Community engagement

Program development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Job description

Academic Pathway Advisor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

EEO Statement: | Working Title: Academic Pathway Advisor | Department: TRIO Programs-0962 | Requisition Number: S_260707 | Posting Open Date: 08/31/2026 | Application Review Date: 09/08/2026 | Posting Close Date: | Open Until Filled: Yes

Description of Work

Are you passionate about empowering first-generation and low-income students to reach their full potential? Join our team as an Academic Pathway Advisor and be a driving force in shaping brighter futures for youth in Nebraska.

As the Academic Pathway Advisor, you will:

• Recruit, advise and support students in the program and monitor their success.
• Build relationships with school counselors, families and community partners within the Lincoln/Waverly surrounding area.
• Host interactive workshops, provide one-on -one advising, tutoring, and facilitate enrichment programs.
• Assist int the planning and execution of the summer program.
• Regular travel within the service area is required.

About Us

Educational Talent Search (ETS) engages, empowers and supports potential first generation college and under‑served scholars who have the desire and potential to pursue an education beyond high school. We provide access to academic, social, and financial resources to students across five Nebraska Service Areas.

Benefits

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://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• Two years of experience working in an academic and/or social setting with low-income students.
• Demonstrated experience designing curriculum and/or workshops students.
• Ability to develop educational programming related to career exploration, financial literacy, and post‑secondary preparation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet the University driver eligibility requirements. (Ability to drive the University 12 passenger vans)

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education, psychology/counseling, or a related field.
• Previous TRIO experience.
• Experience in an educational setting with middle-school and/or high school students.
• Demonstrated experience with managing and maintaining student records.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with families and educators—including but not limited to parents, community and school leaders, and alumni.
• Competent with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and other instructional software.

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.

Criminal History Background Check Required: Yes

Posted Salary: $45,000/yr. minimum

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Zach Short, [e-mail], 402-480-4014

Job Category (old)

Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Full‑Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Occasional evenings and weekends

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References