CAS Career Academies & Engineering Outreach

University-of-Nebraska-At-Kearne; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site work

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The University of Nebraska at Kearney seeks a coordinator to drive CAS Career Academies and STEM outreach, coordinating recruitment, events, and partnerships with K-12 schools, alumni, and faculty. The role supports enrollment and retention goals while serving as the primary contact for students and families.

Responsibilities include planning activities, organizing materials, guiding career exploration experiences on and off campus, and partnering with UNK's engineering programs to advise

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications or CAS disciplines as listed in the job posting.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in youth programs, events, or activities.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record to transport students.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with faculty, staff, students and partners.
• Proficiency with MS Office and CRM/database tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate activities, events, and communications for CAS Career Academies and outreach.
• Develop content and strategies to attract undergraduates to CAS academies and coordinate recruitment events.
• Manage logistics for on- and off-campus career exploration experiences, including transport as needed.
• Lead or co-facilitate academy activities and accompany students to off-campus experiences.
• Maintain records, track participation, and prepare program reports.
• Counsel prospective engineering students and parents about admissions and programs.
• Support engineering foundations and internship opportunities with community partners.
• Represent CAS at alumni events and regional recruitment fairs; identify new partnerships.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Microsoft Office

CRM tools

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Communications, or CAS disciplines

Tools

CRM tools

Database tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

CAS Career Academies & Engineering Outreach CAS Career Academies & Engineering Outreach Job Description

Job Summary:

This position coordinates recruitment, outreach, and retention programming for the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) Career Academies, with dual responsibility for outreach supporting UNK's engineering foundations program. The coordinator facilitates career exploration experiences, builds relationships with K-12 partners, community members, and alumni to advance CAS enrollment and retention goals, while serving as a primary point of contact for participating students, families, and partners across these outreach initiatives.

Coordinate CAS Career Academies

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate activities, events, and communications for CAS Career Academies, (Behavioral & Mental Health and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)Serve as the primary point of contact for academy participants, families, faculty contributors, and community partners.
• Develop and implement content and strategies to attract undergraduate students into the CAS academies, coordinating recruitment events, materials, and programming.
• Manage logistics for career exploration experiences on and off campus, including scheduling, transportation, and partner coordination; transport students using a university passenger van as neededSupport STEM-focused outreach initiatives, including UNK's Science Day, to educate area youth about the sciences.
• Occasionally lead or co-facilitate select academy activities and accompany students to off-campus experiences.
• Maintain accurate records, track student participation, and prepare program reports.

Recruitment, Retention, and Advising Support

• Counsel prospective engineering students and parents regarding academic and admission requirements in UNK's 2+2 engineering partnership with UNL, assist with inquiries and campus visits, and support current student retention through advising referrals, content, and events in partnership with UNL engineering counterparts.
• Support UNK's engineering foundations program by assisting with local student internship opportunities and serving as a point of contact between the program and community partners.
• Support general CAS recruitment activities, campus visit days, open houses, career camps, and learning community activities as needed.

Community and Partner Relations

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with K-12 school partners, counselors, organizations, and engineering internship sitesRepresent CAS at alumni events, community functions, and regional recruitment fairs, which may occasionally require evening or weekend workIdentify and steward partnerships that expand the reach and impact of the career academies

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree inEducation, Communication or one of the Arts & Sciences Career Academy disciplines, including fine arts, humanities, behavioral/mental health, and/or STEM fields

• 2 years of experience in programs, events, or activities for youth or student populations.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record; ability and willingness to transport students in a university passenger van
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and community partners
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and standard database or CRM tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in K-12 or higher education involving direct work with students
• Familiarity with College of Arts & Sciences Career Academy disciplines, including humanities, behavioral/mental health, and/or STEM fields
• Experience with event management, promotion and/or grant management

About Us:

The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is a public university committed to excellence inteaching, research, and community engagement. As part of the University of Nebraska system, UNKoffers a supportive, student-focused environment with the resources of a larger institution.Located in central Nebraska, UNK serves around 6,000 students and is known for its strongacademics, welcoming campus culture, and dedication to student success. Join a team that valuesinnovation, collaboration, and the power of education to transform lives.

Advertised Salary: $46,000

Job Type: Full-Time

Worksite Eligibility: On-site

Benefits Eligible: Yes

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: Janet Eckerson [e-mail]

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.