NCPA Program Associate

Working Title

NCPA Program Associate

Nebraska College Preparatory Academy-10850

Under the supervision of the Associate Director, this position is responsible for providing personalized academic support and guidance for Nebraska College Preparatory Academy ( NCPA ) students in Omaha, as well as coordinating all multi-day summer programming for NCPA high school students ition will also coordinate recruitment programs in Omaha. Position will meet with school counselors and prospective students; interact with community organization and agency staff;

plan and implement special events and programs for recruitment/retention of first generation/low-income students; and serve as liaison between UNL, Omaha and other communities. This is a grant-funded position.

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• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must have excellent communication and organizational skills, public speaking experience, and ability to work independently.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience with first generation, low-income and ethnic-minority students necessary.
• Must have demonstrated ability to relate to K-12 age populations.
• Weekend and evening hours required.
• Travel required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

• Master's degree preferred.
• Experience providing academic and social support for high school students preferred.
• Knowledge of the state of Nebraska and its challenges amongst under-represented populations.
• Knowledge of UNL's academic programs and student life desirable.

$40,000/yr