Position Description:
This position provides administrative support to senior leaders of multiple areas by serving as a key liaison with internal & external stakeholders for the organization. This is a highly visible role that requires a high level of professionalism.
Position Location:
This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE) and partially from home.
What you do:
- Manage senior leader calendars, align meetings, schedule appointments, book travel and events, and handle expense reporting to optimize the time of supported leaders allowing them to achieve objectives.
- Screen and direct phone calls, emails, and correspondence appropriately. Draft responses, compose emails, or make calls on behalf of the executive.
- Arrange and coordinate meetings, including logistics, venue bookings, catering and technology needs for executive needs and organizational initiatives.
- Assist in the planning and execution of presentations, agendas, reports, special projects, and initiatives.
- Organize executive travel, including flights, accommodations, itineraries, contacts, and documents.
- Manage expense reporting, invoices, and budget tracking.
- Greet and host high-profile guests such as board members and government officials.
- Use judgement to prioritize competing requests for time/resources from various leaders.
What you bring:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
- 2-4 years of related administrative assistant or similar experience required.
- Strong experience with Microsoft Office required, with a special emphasis on Outlook calendar.
What we offer:
A meaningful mission. Great benefits. A vibrant culture
Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.
At Ameritas, you’ll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don’t:
Ameritas Benefits
For your money:
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution.
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance.
• Incentive Program Bonuses.
• Competitive Pay.
For your time:
• Flexible Hybrid work.
• Thrive Days - Personal time off.
• Paid time off (PTO).
For your health and well-being:
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Well-being programs with financial rewards.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
For your professional growth:
• Professional development programs.
• Leadership development programs.
• Employee resource groups.
• StrengthsFinder Program.
For your community:
• Matching donations program.
• Paid volunteer time– 8 hours per month.
For your family:
• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave.
• Fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance.
• Backup child, elder and pet care support.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
Application Deadline
This position will be open for a minimum of 3 business days or until filled.
This position is not open to individuals who are temporarily authorized to work in the U.S.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- 2-4 years of related administrative assistant or similar experience
- Strong experience with Microsoft Office, especially Outlook calendar
Ameritas Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ameritas and has not been reviewed or approved by Ameritas.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage—especially dental and vision—is portrayed as robust, with broad in‑network access and plan features that can increase value when providers participate. Options like lifetime deductible designs and an expanded PPO footprint are highlighted as meaningful advantages.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, personal time (e.g., “Thrive days”), and employer‑provided volunteer time create multiple avenues for time away from work. Flexibility around time and location is emphasized as part of the overall package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance, plus backup child, elder, and pet care illustrate comprehensive family support. These elements are positioned as standout components of the offering.
Ameritas Insights
What We Do
You may know Ameritas as an insurance, employee benefits and financial services company, but we’re in the business of fulfilling life. What’s fulfilling life? It’s helping people like you plan for the future and protect what you cherish most. It’s getting the most out of life — even at work. It’s making a difference. This kind of work can be gratifying, and it could be right for you.









