Assistant to the Dean

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking an Assistant to the Dean in the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts. This full-time role provides executive support to the Dean, helping manage strategic initiatives and college operations.

You will coordinate events, communications, and travel while supervising student support staff, building relationships with internal and external partners, and upholding confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Communication, Business, or related field; plus two years of administrative experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, digital collaboration tools, and calendar management software.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the Dean of the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts.
• Function as a key advisor, project manager, and liaison to internal and external stakeholders.
• Play a critical role in managing the execution of strategic initiatives, overseeing operational activities in the Dean’s Office, coordinating college-wide events and communications, travel, and supervising student support staff.
• Exercise substantial independent judgment and discretion, managing multiple complex priorities while fostering a professional, inclusive, and service-oriented environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Communication, or related field

Tools

SAP

Firefly

NUFFO

Concur

Job description

Working Title: Assistant to the Dean

Assistant to the Dean

Department

Hixson Lied Fine & Performing Arts-0898

Description Of Work

The Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln is a vibrant community of artists, scholars, and educators committed to excellence in creative expression, academic inquiry, and public engagement. Home to nationally recognized programs in music, theatre, film, dance, visual art, and design, the College fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and a deep connection between the arts and society.

As the Assistant to the Dean, you will:

• Provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the Dean of the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts.
• Function as a key advisor, project manager, and liaison to internal and external stakeholders.
• Play a critical role in managing the execution of strategic initiatives, overseeing operational activities in the Dean’s Office, coordinating college-wide events and communications, travel, and supervising student support staff.
• Exercise substantial independent judgment and discretion, managing multiple complex priorities while fostering a professional, inclusive, and service-oriented environment.

This role requires a deep understanding of the College’s mission, its academic and artistic programs, and the ability to anticipate the needs of the Dean in a dynamic, highly visible setting. In the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Administrative Assistant.

Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position.

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

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 Arts Administration, Communication, Business, or related field; plus two (2) years of administrative experience in a professional office setting. Additional years of relevant experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, digital collaboration tools, and calendar management software.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities with accuracy and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education or arts-focused environment.
• Familiarity with university systems such as SAP, Firefly, NUFFO, and Concur.
• Experience supervising students or support staff.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and web content management systems.

Posted Salary

$24.04/hr minimum