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Business and Operations Manager

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Operations
Lincoln, NE, USA
USD 75k-75k / year
Posted on Apr 11, 2026
Working Title Business and Operations Manager
Department Journalism & Mass Comm-0908
Requisition Number S_260275
Posting Open Date 04/09/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 04/27/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Business & Operations Manager serves as the Chief Business Officer and a senior leader in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. This position oversees all non-academic college staff and operations including budgeting, financial reporting and analysis, all business operations, all marketing and communications, undergraduate recruiting, student services and technology services in the college. The individual in this role works collaboratively with the college’s faculty and staff, key partners on Campus including Chief Academic Business Officers (CABO), the Office of Business and Finance, University Admissions, University Communications and Information Technology Services, and the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor in furtherance of the college’s mission and vision.

As an EO 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/
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field and five (5) years’ experience in any combination of accounting, grants/contracts, financial or business management.
  • Strong communication, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Knowledge of large integrated financial management systems.
  • Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
  • Working knowledge of grants/contracts, accounting, budgeting, personnel and payroll practices.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in higher education setting.
  • Experience in supervisory role.
  • Experience with SAP, PeopleSoft, PeopleAdmin, and myRed.
  • Knowledge of Journalism and Mass Communications programs and/or profession.
Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required No
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 $75,000/year minimum
How to Apply
To apply, go to https://employment.unl.edu, requisition S_260275. 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 cover letter, resume, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Adam Wagler
Dean of College of Journalism and Mass Communications
adamwagler@unl.edu
402-472-3041
Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
If Temporary, indicate end date
Planned Hire Date: 6-1-2026
Appointment End Date