Residence Manager; Curtis, NE

Position Information

• Working Title:
  
  Residence Life Manager (Curtis, NE)
• Department:
  Department NE College of Technical Agriculture-0928
• Requisition Number: S_260105
• Posting Open Date: 02/11/2026
• Application Review Date: 03/02/2026
• Posting Close Date:
  Open Until Filled Yes

The Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture, located in Curtis, NE, is nationally ranked as one of the best two-year colleges, and Forbes Business Magazine placed us among the top 30 trade schools in the nation. Our programs have high academic quality, are affordable and guarantee career success for graduates.

As a Residence Life Manager, you will:

• Create a living environment beneficial to student learning
• Enhance the college experience for students through residence hall activities
• Oversee housing operations in three residence halls
• Provide leadership for a cooperative living environment
• Take corrective action as may be required
• Work closely with student services staff and respond to student life emergency situations
• Manage the online residence hall bookings

This position plays a critical role in fostering student connection and engagement, which are key factors in student persistence and success. The Residence Life Manager enhances the overall college experience through intentional residence hall programming, community development initiatives, and proactive student support.

This is an on-campus, live-in position that reports directly to the Associate Dean. Room and board will be provided.

At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work environment, commitment to professional growth, and outstanding benefits. UNL isn’t just a workplace; it’s a place to build your career and make a real impact in Nebraska.

When you join our team as a full-time, regular staff member, you’ll enjoy:

• Ample paid time off
  , including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Employee & dependent scholarship program to pursue higher education
• Generous retirement plans with university match

Learn more about working for UNL: go.unl.edu/aboutus

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 go.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination

• Associate’s degree plus two years of experience working with youth, or experience in community development activities and programming. Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education/experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and conflict management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Self-motivated with excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Computer skills and the ability to learn software programs.

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Experience in a leadership role with student and/or staff 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.

Criminal History Background Check

Required:

Yes

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• Job Category (old):
  Managerial/Professional
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5): 24/7 on call, weekends and evenings
• Work Location (City, State):
  Curtis, NE
• Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:
  No

Additional notes:
Planned Hire Date and Appointment End Date are not specified in this posting.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Describe a situation in which you demonstrated your leadership ability. (Open Ended Question)
• * Please describe your experience working with confidential information. (Open Ended Question)
• * Describe a situation in which you used effective interpersonal communication skills. (Open Ended Question)