Administrative Programs Officer I

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

2d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter. We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. We are looking for candidates with experience supporting a professional leadership team, coordinating critical tasks, and ensuring quality, timely work. This position of Administrative Programs Officer I will be an integral part of our Child and Family Services Division by providing critical support to the Nebraska adult and child welfare systems. You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans!

Requirements

• Associate degree in public or business administration, accounting, or any discipline related to the work assigned.
• One year of experience in administrative, business management or technical support work including collecting and interpreting statistical, financial, program, or administrative data; or interpreting laws, rules, regulations, and processes.
• Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting child welfare or adult protection programs
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret program, financial, and operational data
• Experience with project management, process improvement, or special initiatives
• Knowledge of state policies, procedures, contracts, and procurement processes
• Advanced skills in written communication, including drafting reports, proposals, and sensitive correspondence
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and exercise sound judgment
• Proficiency with databases, reporting systems, and Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate operational and special projects that impact adult and child welfare programs
• Analyze program performance and develop recommendations for improvement
• Assist with policy and procedure development, implementation, and evaluation
• Support budget tracking, procurement coordination, and expense reconciliation
• Prepare reports, proposals, correspondence, and meeting materials, including highly sensitive information
• Coordinate logistics for meetings, programs, and cross-functional initiatives
• Provide input on contracts, RFPs, hiring, training, and program operations
• Exercise independent judgment while escalating high-risk or compliance-related decisions appropriately

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life.
• Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
• For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree