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Lincoln, NE | United States

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Requisition Number: S_240094

Department: Housing Residence Life-1479

Description of Work:

Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska , the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

• Vacation and sick leave pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Exclusive staff discounts
• Continuous improvement and innovation
• Professional development through training and education
• A diverse and inclusive workplace
• And much more!

The Project Specialist is responsible for supporting the Director of Residence Life through a combination of project and process management, report development – as well as communication and administrative support. The Project Specialist serves as lead project manager for many specialized initiatives aimed at business continuity and consistency in Residence Life, including strategic plan administration, operations, move-in, and staff recruitment, hiring and development.

The Project Specialist gathers and interprets data to prepare regular reports aimed at highlighting trends in occupancy, retention, engagement, budget usage and more. Additionally, the Project Specialist is responsible for crafting a range of internal and external communications at the direction of the Director. To accomplish these objectives, the Project Specialist also provides administrative support to the Director through tracking of short, mid, and long term commitments and plans, proactive and reactive calendar management, and more. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record of project management and collaboration, as well as excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.

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, qualified applicants are considered 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:

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's or equivalent education/experience. Two years of demonstrated administrative or project management experience, or related experience. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, oral/written communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and an understanding and willingness to learn and navigate multiple campus computer/database systems/software.

• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and concurrently prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently, exercise mature professional judgment, and use discretion.
• Ability to function in a collaborative, cross-team capacity.
• Ability to consult and collaboratively work with a variety of subject matter experts and leaders across campus.
• Experience leading and managing the work of others to meet deadlines.
• Exceptional verbal and written communications.
• Strong problem solving skills; especially demonstrating creativity and innovation.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in higher Education Administration, or related field. Three or more years of demonstrated administrative or project management experience. Previous experience within a university or university housing department. Experience with housing and dining software systems.

Posted Salary: $52,000/yr. minimum

Job Type: Full-Time

About University of Nebraska Lincoln

With over 25,000 students, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is a diverse educational insitution with international stature. The intellectual center for the state of Nebraska and beyond, we are a land-grant, top tier national research-extensive insitution. Part of the Big Ten conference, Big Ten Academic Alliance, our mission includes growing relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives.

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