Office Manager: Student Legal Services (9:00am-5:00pm, M-F)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Legal, Operations

Lincoln, NE, USA

USD 23.69+ / hour

Posted on Aug 25, 2026
Working Title Office Manager: Student Legal Services (9:00am-5:00pm, M-F)
Department ASUN-1321
Requisition Number S_260691
Posting Open Date 08/24/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 09/02/2026
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • No-cost life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement plans with University match
  • Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents
  • Exclusive staff discounts
  • Continuous improvement and innovation
  • Professional development through training and education
  • And much more!

The Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the administrative operations, supporting the director and attorneys with legal administrative support in the Student Legal Services office, and providing front-facing customer service. The Office Manager also provides assistance with budget and fiscal management.

As Office Manager you will:

  • Work with our students, staff and faculty who are requesting services or departmental information.
  • Initiate and process confidential administrative case management by providing necessary documents and applications, correspondence on status, and update electronic files.
  • Support the Director and attorneys by performing a combination of administrative and complex office work associated with the office, program administration, and data collection/entry.
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 https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/.
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Associate’s or equivalent education/experience with a minimum 2 years demonstrated administrative and/or office management experience.
  • Demonstrated ability of and a well-developed working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to prioritize and delegate work assignments while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills necessary.
  • Must have good basic communication skills, both verbal and writing. Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in an environment with considerable interaction with people.
  • Experience working within a legal office or working with matters that require a high degree of confidentiality, precision, and accuracy.
  • Experience working with time-sensitive assignments and tasks. Experience working with college students, faculty, college staff (e.g., advisors, financial aid, student affairs, etc.).
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 $23.69/hr minimum
How to Apply
Click on “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
Jeff White
jwhite9@unl.edu
402-472-3350
Job Category (old) Office/Service
Job Type Full-Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) 9:00am-5:00pm, M-F
Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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