Director of Career Development & Leadership

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln invites applications for the role of Director of Career Development & Leadership within Athletics-0850 in Lincoln, NE. This position focuses on life-skills guidance, program support, and total person development for Nebraska Athletics, engaging with prospective student-athletes and families.

The role coordinates major life-skills events, serves as advisor to leadership groups, and conducts individual career development sessions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2 years related experience in an educational or related setting.
• Major event planning experience
• Proven attention to detail plus excellent communication and presentation skills are essential.
• Technology skills a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide life skills guidance, program assistance and total person development for Nebraska Athletics.
• Meet with prospective student-athletes and families on a regular basis.
• Coordinate, monitor and document outreach events and student-athlete appearances in compliance with NCAA and conference rules.
• Plan, organize, and direct multiple major life skills events and seminars.
• Serve as advisor to leadership groups; meet with individual student-athletes for career development.
• Coordinate seminars, workshops and special functions; evening hours and weekends required.

Job description

Director of Career Development & Leadership

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Working Title | Director of Career Development & Leadership

Department | Athletics-0850

Requisition Number | S_260669

Posting Open Date | 08/18/2026

Application Review Date | 08/26/2026

Posting Close Date |

Open Until Filled | Yes

Description of Work | Provide student-athletes with life skills guidance, program assistance and total person development for Nebraska Athletics. Meet with prospective student-athletes and families on regular basis. Coordinate, monitor and document various outreach events and student-athlete appearances in compliance with NCAA and conference rules. Plan, organize, and direct multiple major life skills events and seminars. Serve as advisor to leadership groups. Meet with individual student-athletes for career development. Coordination of various seminars, workshops and special functions. Evening hours and weekends required.

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 and 2 years related experience in an educational or related setting. Major event planning experience Proven attention to detail plus excellent communication and presentation skills are essential. Technology skills a must.

Preferred Qualifications | Master’s degree experience in collegiate student-athlete development Working knowledge and proven compliance with institutional, conference, and NCAA rules.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required | No

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 | $58,000/yr. minimum

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Keith Zimmer
[e-mail]

Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional

Job Type | Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) |

Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | No

If Temporary, indicate end date |

Planned Hire Date: |

Appointment End Date |

Supplemental Questions

Required Documents

1. Resume


2. Cover Letter


3. List of References