Special Events Associate

EXPIRED

Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Special Events Associate

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_260383

Posting Open Date

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Special Events Associate

Department

Athletics-0850

Requisition Number

S_260383

Posting Open Date

06/01/2026

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

06/09/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Description of Work

This position supports events at Nebraska athletics. Manage needs and expectations from the internal or external event requestor and collaborate across departments for event support. Organize and work directly with facility tours and oversee staff assigned during these special events and tours. Work within the Event Staff database platform to issue availability and scheduling for each special event. Weekend and evening hours will be required.

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 https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school education or GED and 1 year of experience within the event management/hospitality industry; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Computer skills, excellent verbal and written skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience coordinating events within the hospitality industry

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.

No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Yes

Posted Salary

$19.231/hr

How to Apply

Click on “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.

For questions or accommodations related to this position contact

Jane Farrell
jfarrell@huskers.com

Job Category (old)

Office/Service

Job Type

Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

No

If Temporary, indicate end date

Planned Hire Date:

Appointment End Date

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please describe your experience within the event management/hospitality industry, including years of experience.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Please list your computer skills and how comfortable you are using each program.

(Open Ended Question)

1. * Please describe your experience in jobs that have required good verbal and written communication skills.

(Open Ended Question)

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