NCPA Program Associate

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska – Lincoln seeks a NCPA Program Associate to provide personalized academic support for Omaha students and to coordinate multi-day summer programming for NCPA high schoolers at UNL.

The role involves recruiting in Omaha, meeting with counselors and prospective students, and liaising with community partners. A bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree preferred; weekend/evening hours and travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Public speaking experience and ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills and experience with first generation, low-income, and ethnic-minority students.
• Ability to relate to K-12 age populations; weekend and evening hours required; travel required.
• Must have valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized academic support and guidance for NCPA students in Omaha.
• Coordinate multi-day summer programming for NCPA high school students at UNL.
• Coordinate recruitment programs in Omaha; meet with school counselors and prospective students.
• Interact with community organizations and agency staff; plan and implement events for recruitment/retention of first generation/low-income students.
• Serve as liaison between UNL, Omaha and other communities; grant-funded position.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Travel

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

NCPA Program Associate

Position Information

• Working Title | NCPA Program Associate
• Department | Nebraska College Preparatory Academy-10850
• Requisition Number | S_260516
• Posting Open Date | 07/22/2026
• Application Review Date | 10/02/2026
• Open Until Filled | Yes
• Job Type | Full-Time
• Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE
• Posted Salary | $40,000/yr
• 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 | No
• Criminal History Background Check Required | Yes

EEO Statement 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/.

Description of Work Under the supervision of the Associate Director, this position is responsible for providing personalized academic support and guidance for Nebraska College Preparatory Academy (NCPA) students in Omaha, as well as coordinating all multi-day summer programming for NCPA high school students at UNL. Position will also coordinate recruitment programs in Omaha. Position will meet with school counselors and prospective students; interact with community organization and agency staff; plan and implement special events and programs for recruitment/retention of first generation/low-income students; and serve as liaison between UNL, Omaha and other communities. This is a grant-funded position.

Minimum Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required. Must have excellent communication and organizational skills, public speaking experience, and ability to work independently. Must have strong interpersonal skills. Experience with first generation, low-income and ethnic-minority students necessary. Must have demonstrated ability to relate to K-12 age populations. Weekend and evening hours required. Travel required. Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree preferred. Experience providing academic and social support for high school students preferred. Knowledge of the state of Nebraska and its challenges amongst under-represented populations. Knowledge of UNL’s academic programs and student life desirable.

Contact for questions or accommodations related to this position contact Sandy Airan, [e-mail]