Provides a wide range of special projects management and oversight for College of Architecture and its accredited degree programs, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional. Is responsible for projects through all phases, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure. Coordinates with the Dean of the College of Architecture and other leaders to assign, schedule, and monitor the progress of tasks as necessary for successful and timely project completion. Reviews project status and collaborates with management regarding project prioritization and resource allocation. This position serves as liaison for College of Architecture communication, official documents and agreements, and activities requiring leadership action. Participates in summary assessment of projects to provide information and recommendations on continual improvement of College of Architecture projects and services.

Exercises a high degree of discretion and judgment while working independently. Interacts with staff and stakeholders at all levels in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, while maintaining a high degree of professionalism, customer service, and confidentiality. Collaborates with and supports a large and diverse team in a way that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. This position will lead and supervise student staff and manage workflows within the Dean’s office.

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The successful candidate will be able to interact in a professional manner with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. They will have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects but also deal with last-minute deadlines. The Assistant to the Dean will demonstrate excellent creative problem solving, decision making, planning, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills. The ideal candidate will be flexible, proactive, resourceful, efficient, and attentive to detail.

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Darby Ellestad
HR Specialist for BRBC
402-472-1399
dellestad2@unl.edu