University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Position Information
Working Title: Events Specialist
Department: College of Law-0899
Requisition Number: S_250810
Posting Open Date: 12/08/2025
Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled
Description of Work Plan, coordinate, and execute events for the College of Law. Work closely with the Assistant Dean for Student Development & Chief of Staff and other law‑college leadership to secure venues, vendors, travel arrangements, alcohol permits, and handle all event details. Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and companies involved in event execution. Provide administrative support for major college events and meetings, including travel, scheduling, and related logistics. Occasional nights and weekends may be required due to event schedules.
About Us At the University of Nebraska‑Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work 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 real impact in Nebraska.
Benefits
Ample paid time off , including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
Comprehensive insurance options
including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Employee & dependent scholarship program
to pursue higher education
Generous retirement plans
with university match
Equal Opportunity Employer As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See
https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, restaurant and tourism management, business, public relations, communications or a closely related field.
Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
Demonstrated excellence in customer service.
Excellent time management, organization and communication skills essential.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and calendar programs required.
Preferred Qualifications
Conference & workshop planning experience that includes managing budget/accounting process and use of contracts.
Proficiency in Zoom or other web‑conferencing platforms.
How to Apply Click on the words “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
Required Fields
* Please detail your experience coordinating or assisting in event planning to include logistics, selection of facilities, making food and beverage selections, and ensuring completion of all necessary arrangements, including years of experience.
* Please describe your customer service experience.
* Please describe your experience in jobs requiring excellent written communication, task/time management and organizational skills.
* Please describe your proficiency in both Microsoft Office and calendar programs.
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Department: College of Law-0899
Requisition Number: S_250810
Posting Open Date: 12/08/2025
Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled
Description of Work Plan, coordinate, and execute events for the College of Law. Work closely with the Assistant Dean for Student Development & Chief of Staff and other law‑college leadership to secure venues, vendors, travel arrangements, alcohol permits, and handle all event details. Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, and companies involved in event execution. Provide administrative support for major college events and meetings, including travel, scheduling, and related logistics. Occasional nights and weekends may be required due to event schedules.
About Us At the University of Nebraska‑Lincoln, we’re proud to be consistently recognized by Forbes as a top employer, known for our welcoming and supportive work 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 real impact in Nebraska.
Benefits
Ample paid time off , including vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and holidays
Comprehensive insurance options
including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Employee & dependent scholarship program
to pursue higher education
Generous retirement plans
with university match
Equal Opportunity Employer As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. See
https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .
Minimum Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, restaurant and tourism management, business, public relations, communications or a closely related field.
Additional years of relevant experience or completed relevant education may substitute for required education on a year‑for‑year basis.
Demonstrated excellence in customer service.
Excellent time management, organization and communication skills essential.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and calendar programs required.
Preferred Qualifications
Conference & workshop planning experience that includes managing budget/accounting process and use of contracts.
Proficiency in Zoom or other web‑conferencing platforms.
How to Apply Click on the words “Apply to this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file.
Required Fields
* Please detail your experience coordinating or assisting in event planning to include logistics, selection of facilities, making food and beverage selections, and ensuring completion of all necessary arrangements, including years of experience.
* Please describe your customer service experience.
* Please describe your experience in jobs requiring excellent written communication, task/time management and organizational skills.
* Please describe your proficiency in both Microsoft Office and calendar programs.
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