Assistant Director of Sport Psychology
University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States
Assistant Director of Sport Psychology
Department:
(not specified) Requisition Number:
S_260102 Posting Open Date:
02/12/2026 Application Review Date:
02/19/2026 Posting Close Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work:
Provide mental health psychology services, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health assessments and education to student‑athletes and sports programs. Provide education and prevention programming on clinical psychological issues to student athletes, coaches, athletic department staff, and other constituents. Supervise Athletic Counselors, temporary employees and student workers and assist the Director of Sport Psychology with operational tasks such as monitoring the budget, scheduling appointments and itineraries. Will need to work some evenings and weekends depending on student‑athletes’ needs and schedules.
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
Master’s degree in mental health related field and 2 years full‑time work post‑graduate degree providing mental health services to students ages 16‑24 in an educational environment.
Demonstrated contextual and cultural understanding of elite sport systems and individuals essential. Clinical/prevention experience in the areas of athlete mental health and interdisciplinary healthcare modalities required.
Eligibility to be licensed as a psychologist, LPC, LCSW, or LIMHP in the state of Nebraska within 3 months of hire required.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology preferred.
Prefer two years’ s full‑time work post‑doctoral degree providing mental health services to student‑athletes and two years’ experience providing psychological skills training for sport. Supervisory experience preferred.
Prefer applicants with a certification in the provision of psychological services in sport.
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.
Criminal History Background Check Required: Yes
Posted Salary: Negotiable based on qualifications and experience
How to Apply Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Brianna Ward, Ph.D., LP bward@huskers.com 402-472-4618
Job Details
Job Category (old):
Managerial/Professional
Job Type:
Full‑Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8‑5):
(if other than 8‑5)
Work Location (City, State):
Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:
No
Planned Hire Date:
(not specified)
Appointment End Date:
(not specified)
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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(not specified) Requisition Number:
S_260102 Posting Open Date:
02/12/2026 Application Review Date:
02/19/2026 Posting Close Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work:
Provide mental health psychology services, drug and alcohol counseling, mental health assessments and education to student‑athletes and sports programs. Provide education and prevention programming on clinical psychological issues to student athletes, coaches, athletic department staff, and other constituents. Supervise Athletic Counselors, temporary employees and student workers and assist the Director of Sport Psychology with operational tasks such as monitoring the budget, scheduling appointments and itineraries. Will need to work some evenings and weekends depending on student‑athletes’ needs and schedules.
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
Master’s degree in mental health related field and 2 years full‑time work post‑graduate degree providing mental health services to students ages 16‑24 in an educational environment.
Demonstrated contextual and cultural understanding of elite sport systems and individuals essential. Clinical/prevention experience in the areas of athlete mental health and interdisciplinary healthcare modalities required.
Eligibility to be licensed as a psychologist, LPC, LCSW, or LIMHP in the state of Nebraska within 3 months of hire required.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD or PsyD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology preferred.
Prefer two years’ s full‑time work post‑doctoral degree providing mental health services to student‑athletes and two years’ experience providing psychological skills training for sport. Supervisory experience preferred.
Prefer applicants with a certification in the provision of psychological services in sport.
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.
Criminal History Background Check Required: Yes
Posted Salary: Negotiable based on qualifications and experience
How to Apply Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact Brianna Ward, Ph.D., LP bward@huskers.com 402-472-4618
Job Details
Job Category (old):
Managerial/Professional
Job Type:
Full‑Time
Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8‑5):
(if other than 8‑5)
Work Location (City, State):
Lincoln, NE
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:
No
Planned Hire Date:
(not specified)
Appointment End Date:
(not specified)
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
#J-18808-Ljbffr