"Office Manager"

Description of Work:

Ranked as one of the best employers in the state of Nebraska, the University of Nebraska is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska's economy each year.

We invest in our employees:

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• No-cost life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with University match
• Tuition assistance for full-time employees and dependents
• Exclusive staff discounts
• Continuous improvement and innovation
• Professional development through training and education
• A diverse and inclusive workplace
• And much more!

The Office Manager is responsible for overseeing the administrative operations, supporting the director and attorneys in the office, and providing front-facing customer service. The Office Manager also provides assistance with budget and fiscal management.

As Office Manager you will:

• Work with our students, staff and faculty who are requesting services or departmental information.
• Initiate and process confidential administrative case management by providing necessary documents and applications, correspondence on status, and update electronic files.
• Support the Director and attorneys by performing a combination of administrative and complex office work associated with the office, program administration, and data collection/entry.

As an EO/AA 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:

Associate's or equivalent education/experience with a minimum 2 years demonstrated administrative and/or office management experience. Demonstrated ability of and a well-developed working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Ability to prioritize and delegate work assignments while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communications skills necessary. Must have good basic communication skills, both verbal and writing. Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work tasks.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in an environment with considerable interaction with people. Experience working within a legal office or working with matters that require a high degree of confidentiality, precision, and accuracy. Experience working with time-sensitive assignments and tasks. Experience working with college students, faculty, college staff (e.g., advisors, financial aid, student affairs, etc.).