Careers

Recruit undergraduate students to the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR). Provide college and career information to prospective students and their families on all CASNR majors during campus visits and admissions events. Represent CASNR and Nebraska 4-H at on- and off-campus events. Plan and implement a communication and marketing strategy to Nebraska 4-H participants and collect data to measure plan effectiveness. Attend Extension-sponsored youth events/field days/other activities like Connecting the Dots and the Nebraska State Fair, participate in the Career and College Readiness Issue team, and direct recruitment efforts with Extension staff. Initiate and maintain positive relationships with Nebraska Extension and 4-H professionals, alumni and other organizations to recruit qualified students. Initiate and maintain personal contact with qualified prospective students and related public throughout the recruitment and enrollment process. Some travel and evening/weekend work required.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, qualified applicants are considered 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: http://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination.

Bachelor's degree in agriculture, natural resources, science, education, marketing, or public relations/communications related field plus two years of public relations, recruitment, student services, sales, marketing, agriculture, natural resources, science, or related field experience required. Experience must demonstrate excellent communication skills and ability to engage large audiences. Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Knowledge of InDesign helpful. Knowledge of UNL and CASNR preferred. Strong interpersonal, organizational, attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making skills desirable. Ability to multi-task and work independently preferred.