Office Associate-National Drought Mitigation Center | University of Nebraska Lincoln - Military Veterans

Requisition Number: S_240713 Department: School of Natural Resources-0844 Description of Work: As the Office Associate for the National Drought Mitigation Center, you will: Provide varied and complex administrative support for the National Drought Mitigation Center ( NDMC ). Be responsible for duties including financial and office management, data management, and coordinating communication between the NDMC and its clientele. Serve as the assistant to the NDMC Director by helping the Director perform the administrative and technical responsibilities associated with the Center's program. Provide office and technical support services for NDMC staff members, affiliated faculty and graduate students, and part-time undergraduate and graduate student employees. At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, we are committed to advancing knowledge, enriching lives, and contributing to the global community. We invest in our employees through comprehensive benefits including: Tuition remission for full-time employees and dependents Retirement plans with university match Vacation, sick, and holiday pay Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance A diverse and inclusive workplace We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and make a difference! 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. Minimum Required Qualifications: High school diploma or GED plus four years of experience providing administrative or office support, OR Associate degree in business administration or related field plus two years of relevant experience. Additional relevant education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis. Experience must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, communication, teamwork, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently, prioritize work, and recognize process improvements. Strong PC-based word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software skills. Experience with Adobe software products. Preferred Qualifications: The following qualifications are preferred but not required: Experience in a university setting. Working knowledge of UNL procedures, Firefly, and SAP . Posted Salary: $17.750/hr minimum Job Type: Full-Time