Assistant Director Space, Cyber, and National Security Law Program

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Lincoln, NE, USA

USD 55k-55k / year

Posted on May 6, 2026
Working Title Assistant Director Space, Cyber, and National Security Law Program
Department College of Law-0899
Requisition Number S_260328
Posting Open Date 04/30/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/14/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The University of Nebraska College of Law, located in Lincoln, Nebraska, is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Director Space, Cyber, and National Security Law Program.

Duties and responsibilities of this position include:
  • Represent the College of Law at local, regional, and national events
  • Manage day-to-day administrative operations of the department
  • Oversee communications (website, newsletters, articles, reports)
  • Assist and support student recruitment (LLMs, JDs)
  • Provide student support services for SCNS program students
  • Provide conference planning and execution
  • Oversee external professional outreach
  • Manage Alumni Relations and engagement
  • Support full-time and adjunct faculty and leadership
  • Develop programming and participate in research initiatives

This position will require some evenings/weekends and overnight travel.

An ideal candidate will be interested in a combination of administrative work, strategic planning, and legal research, with some background in the substantive areas and interest in developing research relationships.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of relevant professional experience such as Higher Ed administration, law school operations, government/military affairs, or program management in a policy-focused environment.
  • Writing, editing, and marketing experience.
  • Event planning and execution experience.
  • Experience in social media and communications management.
  • Budget tracking and basic financial management experience.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
  • Customer service orientated.
  • Independent judgment and problem-solving ability.
  • Basic computer proficiency.
  • Ability to travel and work occasional evenings/weekends.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters degree or JD law degree, with focus in space, cyber, or national security law.
  • Public speaking experience.
  • Familiarity with military culture, the JAG officer community, or U.S. national security structures.
  • Proficiency with HTML/Drupal a plus

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to manage competing priorities, be able to work independently, and drive initiatives to completion with minimal supervision.
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 $55,000/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 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
Tasha Everman, J.D.
Assistant Dean, UNL College of Law
everman@unl.edu
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
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Appointment End Date
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