OLLI Program Associate

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Education & Human Sciences seeks an OLLI Program Associate to assist in developing, implementing, and coordinating activities and events, and to work closely with staff and the director. You will support weekly and special programs and contribute to diverse course offerings.

This role requires a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends, strong communication, detail orientation, and the ability to multitask.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Must be detailed oriented and flexible in performing work assignments.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office, presentation software and database management.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and coordinating activities of the Institute and staff.
• Work closely with the staff and director and with the Program Coordinator.
• Oversee weekly, periodic, and annual events and promotions.
• Assist at curriculum meetings and in developing diverse program course offerings.
• Maintain a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written and oral communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent education/experience

Bachelor’s degree in education or related field

Tools

MS Office

Presentation software

Database management

Job description

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Employment Website

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title OLLI Program Associate

Department

Department College of Education & Human Sciences-0910

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_240840

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08/20/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 09/16/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

The Program Associate will assist in developing, implementing, and coordinating all activities and functions of the Institute, and work closely with the staff and director. Working closely with the Program Coordinator, the Program Associate will assist in overseeing all aspects of weekly, periodic, and annual events and promotions. The Program Associate will also assist at regular curriculum meetings and in developing diverse program course offerings. This person must be able to work a flexible schedule including some evenings and weekends.

The College of Education and Human Sciences respects people, ideas, voices, and perspectives. Diversity strengthens our ability to problem solve and build more equitable and inclusive solutions for complex settings.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Must be detailed oriented and flexible in performing work assignments.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Office, presentation software and database management.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, adult education, or gerontology.
• Two to three years of experience with planning and coordinating courses, workshops, conferences, or seminars.
• Experience working with a lifelong learning community environment.
• Experience working with volunteers.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

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

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Office/Service

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) Some evening and weekends depedning on events sponsored by OLLI

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

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

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Planned Hire Date: As soon as possible.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Please describe any experiences you have had with organizing and supporting volunteers and/or student interns. (Open Ended Question)
• How do you stay organized when you have multiple deadlines and several tasks to be done at once? (Open Ended Question)
• Please describe your experiences with planning events. (Open Ended Question)
• Please detail your computer skills with the following: MS Office, presentation software and database management. (Open Ended Question)
• Please provide examples of where you have been involved with adult-learning events and/or activities. (Open Ended Question)
• Please detail your experience working with a lifelong learning community environment. (Open Ended Question)