Academic Travel and Mission Administrator

Clarkson College is currently seeking an Academic Travel and Mission Administrator. The Academic Travel and Mission Administrator leads and manages College academic and professional travel enrichment activities, curriculum, as well as mission-related and interprofessional education/ activities for students, faculty, staff, and the greater Clarkson College community. The Administrator is also responsible for overseeing all program functions including guiding and educating all constituents.

This Administrator is expected to maintain faculty responsibilities within the College and to sustain ongoing collaboration with all constituencies, including partner institutions, academic directors, and interprofessional programs on campus. The Administrator will oversee programming and drive continuous improvement efforts related to interprofessional education, missions, and academic travel for the College’s 1,200+ students, 7,000+ alumni, 200+ employees, and dozens of external constituents.

Required Qualifications:
•    Master's degree from an accredited college in education, the arts and sciences, or health-related fields required.
•    Minimum two (2) years of higher education teaching experience required. 
•    Strong leadership, organizational, oral, and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate as part of a team with diverse constituents required.
•    Demonstrated capabilities in customer service, project management, and strategic prioritization required.
•    Ability to work in a consultative role with a broad range of constituents, including outside vendors, academic departments, interdisciplinary faculty committees, and College staff and leadership required.  
•    Self-starter and team-builder; ability to set clear expectations required. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate (terminal) degree in related field of study preferred.
•   Previous travel or mission experience preferred.
•   Knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Office, Survey Monkey, Learning Management Systems preferred.

Why Clarkson College:

Clarkson College is a private college in Omaha, Nebraska and is known for leading the education and training needs in our region for over 137 years. Clarkson College’s core values consist of learning, excellence, integrity, commitment, and caring.  

Recognized as a 2025 Great College to Work For, Clarkson College offers a flexible work schedule and family-friendly benefits to all our employees.

Paid Time Off
Retirement match contribution
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Tuition benefits for employees, dependents, and spouses.
Support for Community Involvement
Wellness Incentives