Assistant Director- Strengths Programs

Assistant Director- Strengths Programs Working Title Assistant Director- Strengths Programs Department College of Business-0897 Requisition Number S_260298 Posting Open Date 04/22/2026

Application Review Date:

(To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 05/05/2026 Posting Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Description of Work The Assistant Director assists with managing and enhancing programming within the Institute in the College of Business. This Assistant Director position has a particular focus on management and implementation of student focused strengths programming. Responsibilities include administrative work with

BSAD 111

Investing in Strengths, an eight-week first-year experience course for all incoming business students, and BSAD111S, the online version of this course designed for transfer students. The BSAD111 course revolves around the discovery and implementation of results from the CliftonStrengths Assessment for over 900 College of Business students each year. The BSAD course is offered in a large-lecture format once per week, with an additional meeting once per week in a smaller recitation section facilitated by experienced student strengths coaches. The Assistant Director will coordinate and supervise the recitation facilitators, supervise and train the student strengths coaches, and provide coaching to guide the coaches' personal and leadership development. The Assistant Director will also assist with developing and facilitating strengths-based workshops and coaching for internal campus and community partners to continue to promote a strengths-based culture across UNL's campus. About Us The Clifton Strengths Institute is a first-of-its kind program promoting student development and success through helping students discover their CliftonStrengths to maximize their potential. The Institute was founded in August 2015 with the goal to help Nebraska, the nation and the world identify the next generation of high-achieving leaders, entrepreneurs, and business builders to develop economic growth and prosperity. The Clifton Strengths Institute is a model for other organizations to learn to recognize individual potential and develop leaders who build and strengthen businesses and create more great jobs and great lives. 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.

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//equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ Minimum Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree plus two (2) years' experience to include documented performance through coaching, mentoring, or working with people around their development using the CliftonStrengths assessment required. Experience planning, organizing, and coordinating events necessary. Knowledge of the CliftonStrengths assessment and demonstrated ability to employ strengths-based methodologies. Demonstrate ability to use Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Canvas, and related programs. Experience functioning in a leadership role. Current CliftonStrengths coach certification required. Must possess a valid driver's license and complete certification training for operating a UNL van after hire date. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in student affairs preferred; significant progress towards a graduate degree in student affairs or related field will be considered.

Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking an individual who is a self-starter, works well with a team in a dynamic environment, and is passionate about challenging students to act upon their potential. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, flexibility, strong communication skills, and exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills. They will be able to manage multiple priorities to provide excellence within a high-visibility environment, and have a proven ability to develop and maintain cooperative, professional working relationships. Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes 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 $52,000/year minimum