Education Specialist
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE, USA
USD 44k-44k / year
Posted on Mar 13, 2026
| Working Title | Education Specialist |
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| Department | TRIO Programs-0962 |
| Requisition Number | S_260122 |
| Posting Open Date | 02/18/2026 |
| Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 03/12/2026 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Description of Work | Are you passionate about empowering first-generation and low-income students to reach their full potential? Join our team as an Education Specialist and be a driving force in shaping brighter futures for youth in the Lancaster area. In this dynamic role, you’ll work independently within LPS target schools to teach and lead educational programming offering personalized support to help students navigate academics, explore careers, and build financial literacy. You’ll host interactive workshops, provide one-on-one advising, and bring supervision to after-school clubs and study halls. You will also hold a significant role in planning and running our vibrant summer programs. Educational Talent Search (ETS) engages, empowers and supports potential first generation college and under-served scholars who have the desire and potential to pursue an education beyond high school. We provide access to academic, social, and financial resources to over 900 students in the local Lincoln Public Schools (LPS). 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://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/. |
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| 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 |
| Posted Salary | $44,000/yr. minimum |
| How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. |
| For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Zachary Short, Project Director zshort2@unl.edu 402-480-4014 |
| Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
| Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Occasional evenings and weekends |
| Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE |
| Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes |
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