First-Gen Student Success Outreach Lead

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

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.