At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln you will be part of 150 years of excellence in higher education and 125 years of leadership in journalism, advertising and public relations, broadcasting, and now, sports media and communication. Our distinguished, land-grant public research university is filled with collaborators and scholars who have come together to build on each other’s strengths and forge a better future. As a Big 10 University, we’re committed to our mission to provide access and serve Nebraska. We earn it every day and dig deep to change the world. Ranked by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, we have a small campus feel with global connections. Join us!
Why CoJMC
Our students do from day one and we encourage our faculty to do the same. We are a national leader in experiential learning and home to the Experience Lab. Our mission is grounded in hard work, collaborative problem solving and the ethical pursuit of truth to uphold democracy, which gives us a unique responsibility to serve the needs of a diverse society.
We have
- Experimental classes
- Award-winning programs
- Over 13,000 square feet dedicated to agency experiences
- New three-set studio and newsroom
- New sports media lab
- Passion and drive to shape the future of media
Why Nebraska
Our Big 10, distinguished, land-grant public research university is filled with collaborators and scholars who have come together to build on each other’s strengths and forge a better future.
- Ranked by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers
- Member of the Big 10 Conference and Big 10 Academic Alliance
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
- Small campus feel with global connections
Why Lincoln
Much like its 285,000+ residents, Lincoln is where you'll find a place to call home.
- Buzzing arts and music scene
- Bustling startups
- Plenty of activities to kick your feet up, stay active or network
- Growing Haymarket area with the world-class Pinnacle Bank Arena
- Great downtown nightlife just one block from campus
- Top 50 Best Bike City (Bicycling.com)
- Cornerstone of the booming Silicon Prairie
Open Positions
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.
Business and Operations Manager
The position
The Business & Operations Manager serves as the Chief Business Officer and a senior leader in the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. This position oversees all non-academic college staff and operations including budgeting, financial reporting and analysis, all business operations, all marketing and communications, undergraduate recruiting, student services and technology services in the college. The individual in this role works collaboratively with the college’s faculty and staff, key partners on Campus including Chief Academic Business Officers (CABO), the Office of Business and Finance, University Admissions, University Communications and Information Technology Services, and the Office of the Executive Vice Chancellor in furtherance of the college’s mission and vision.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field and five (5) years’ experience in any combination of accounting, grants/contracts, financial or business management.
- Strong communication, analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of large integrated financial management systems.
- Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
- Working knowledge of grants/contracts, accounting, budgeting, personnel and payroll practices.
About the college
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications is accredited by the ACEJMC and offers majors in advertising and public relations, broadcasting, journalism and sports media and communication. We create a student-centered environment providing hands-on experiences to enhance learning outcomes. Students are successful in national competitions, collaborate on research and complete internships with recognized agencies and companies in leading markets.
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- A cover letter.
- A resume.
- A list of three (3) references with complete contact information.
