Strategic Assistant to the Dean - Arts & Programs

University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking an Assistant to the Dean in the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts. This full-time role provides executive support to the Dean, helping manage strategic initiatives and college operations.

You will coordinate events, communications, and travel while supervising student support staff, building relationships with internal and external partners, and upholding confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Communication, Business, or related field; plus two years of administrative experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, digital collaboration tools, and calendar management software.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative and strategic support to the Dean of the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts.
• Function as a key advisor, project manager, and liaison to internal and external stakeholders.
• Play a critical role in managing the execution of strategic initiatives, overseeing operational activities in the Dean’s Office, coordinating college-wide events and communications, travel, and supervising student support staff.
• Exercise substantial independent judgment and discretion, managing multiple complex priorities while fostering a professional, inclusive, and service-oriented environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Arts Administration, Communication, or related field

Tools

SAP

Firefly

NUFFO

Concur

Job description

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is seeking an Assistant to the Dean in the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts. This full-time role provides executive support to the Dean, helping manage strategic initiatives and college operations.

You will coordinate events, communications, and travel while supervising student support staff, building relationships with internal and external partners, and upholding confidentiality.