Graduate Program Coordinator

Working Title Graduate Program Coordinator Department Entomology-0834 Description Of Work As the Graduate Program Coordinator, you will: Serve as the primary coordinator for graduate student support and provide general office management for the School combining Entomology and Plant Pathology, with primary responsibility for the Entomology graduate program and associated academic and administrative functions. Support prospective, incoming, and current M.S. and Ph.D. students throughout the graduate student life cycle. Coordinate admissions, onboarding, assistantships, fellowships, scholarships, records, academic scheduling, and Graduate Committee activities Serve as a key point of contact for graduate students. Provide general office, building, event, and customer-service support to ensure effective daily operations of the School. This position is located on UNL’s East Campus in Lincoln, NE. Within the UNL system, this position is categorized as an Office Associate. Note: Sponsorship will not be offered for this position. About Us At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a meaningful impact in Nebraska. Benefits When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy: Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education Robust retirement plans with university match Learn more about working at UNL : 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 Minimum Required Qualifications High school diploma plus four (4) years of experience providing administrative support or related work; OR Associate degree in business, communications, or related field plus two (2) years of experience providing administrative support or related work. Equivalent education/experience considered. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams), or similar tools, and the ability to quickly learn and navigate new software and digital tools. Strong communication and customer service skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with frequent interruptions. Preferred Qualifications The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Front-facing customer service experience. Experience working with college students. Working knowledge of UNL . Posted Salary $19.33/hr minimum #J-18808-Ljbffr