Data Systems Specialist

Working Title: Data Systems Specialist

Department: TRIO Programs-0962

Requisition Number: S_260808

Posting Open Date: 10/05/2026

Application Review Date: 10/19/2026

Post Close: Open Until Filled Yes

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Are you the person who believes a well‑kept database is what turns good intentions into proven outcomes? Join our team as our Data Systems Specialist and make sure every student we serve is counted, tracked, and supported.

• Serve as the ETS database administrator, maintaining the participant records.
• Accurately process and validate applications, profiles, and service documentation.
• Build and implement assessment tools that measure how our programming is actually working.
• Develop reports, forecasting, and prospective student lists that keep the project on track toward its service goals.
• Lead data preparation for the federal government required Annual Performance Report ( APR ).

This position works closely with advising staff across all five service areas and is central to how the project understands its own impact.

Educational Talent Search ( ETS ) engages, empowers and supports future first generation college and under-served scholars who have the desire and potential to pursue an education beyond high school. We provide access to academic, social, and financial resources to students across five Nebraska service areas — the Lincoln Metro area and regional extension services in Schuyler, Hastings, Grand Island, and Winnebago.

At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer and recently earned the Lincoln Family Friendly Workplace certification. We are known for our welcoming, supportive 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 meaningful impact in Nebraska.

• Generous paid time off
  , including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
• Comprehensive insurance options
  , including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage
• Employee and dependent scholarship programs to pursue higher education
• Retirement plans with university match
• A workplace culture that values your time outside of work

• Bachelor degree in education, social sciences, data science, information systems, statistics, or related field. Education/experience equivalency considered.
• A minimum of two (2) years of experience in data management, program evaluation, or institutional research in an educational setting,
• Demonstrated experience in federal program reporting.

• Master’s degree in education, social sciences, data science, information systems, statistics, or related field.
• Direct experience with TRIO data management, Blumen, and Annual Performance Review Report preparation
• Experience with National Student Clearinghouse and Learning and Employment Record (LER)

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

Full-Time

Lincoln, NE

Yes

• * Please detail your experience in data management, program evaluation, or institutional research in an educational setting, including years of experience.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please describe your experience in federal program reporting.

  (Open Ended Question)