Administrative Specialist CFS So Lincoln

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $18.811 Job Posting: JR2025-00013390 Administrative Specialist CFS So Lincoln (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families across Nebraska? At the Department of Health and Human Services, we?re seeking an Administrative Specialist who is passionate about contributing to the well-being of our state?s most vulnerable communities. If you're looking for a role where you can use your skills in administration and problem-solving to support critical services, we?d love to have you on our team. By joining the Division of Child and Family Services, you will play a key role in ensuring our programs run smoothly and efficiently, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of Nebraska?s children and families. This is more than just a job ? it?s an opportunity to contribute to the betterment of your community, all while growing professionally in a supportive, team-oriented environment. What We Offer: State-matched retirement contributions of 156%! 13 paid holidays per year to give you the work-life balance you deserve. Generous leave accruals starting immediately, including 12 paid vacation and 12 paid sick days. Comprehensive health insurance (79% employer-paid), dental, and vision coverage. Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities to help you grow in your career. Career advancement opportunities as part of Nebraska?s largest and most diverse employer. Employee Assistance Program and more! As an Administrative Specialist in the Child and Family Services Division, you?ll be supporting essential programs for Nebraska families with a variety of tasks, including: Priority Tasks: Manage urgent cases and assign tasks related to the completion of Letter of Agreement contracts. Draft policies and procedures and make revisions as regulations change. And monitor the program unit's compliance with rules/procedures and goals/objectives established by the manager/administrator. Legal Documents: Ensure proper handling and completion of service contracts with regard to established Medicaid and Child Welfare rules and regulations. Communication Liaison: Interpret and explain program/administrative policies, processes, and guidelines to internal and external entities. Staff Training: Designs work procedures and operations and provides initial and ongoing training to program-administrative staff. Administrative Support: Assist leadership with key administrative tasks to keep operations running smoothly. What we are looking for: We?re looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with a passion for making a difference in Nebraska communities. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently while supporting others, manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively with staff, partners, and leadership. They will handle confidential information professionally, have a problem-solving mindset, and a drive to improve processes. Most importantly, the candidate should be motivated by the opportunity to make a direct impact on services for Nebraska families. Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: At least one year of post high school coursework or experience in: administration, office management, accounting, finance, planning, policy analysis and implementation, administrative/management analysis, operations research, program evaluation, research, or similar fields or in a field related to the programs or functions of the employing agency. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor?s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, social/behavioral sciences, or a related field, OR associate?s degree in accounting, finance, statistics, business administration, social/behavioral sciences, or a related field, with two years of experience in contract and finance procedures. In the absence of a degree, candidates must have at least four years of relevant work experience. Other: Some positions may require experience and/or training that is unique to the work assigned; a valid driver?s license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation; and/or criminal history background checks and other specific background check protocols for their agency. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of: contract language, Medicaid and Child Welfare contract practices, and state and federal laws/regulations; record keeping methods and practices; administrative report preparation practices; research and administrative survey techniques; work planning and organizing; business computer and communication systems. Skills: Requires experience in grants and contracts; Microsoft Office, email systems, and internet searches; ability to design/maintain databases and produce reports' strong organizational and communication skills. Must be detail oriented and able to follow written procedures accurately. Ability to: interact with office staff and senior managers, employees, and the public to gain their cooperation and to establish work relationships; formulate and recommend modifications to operational directives to attain office and division goals; apply management practices, techniques, and methodologies to assigned activities; collect, assemble, and analyze facts and draw conclusions to recommend solutions to problems; identify and interpret program-administrative requirements, policies, and regulations to provide guidance and advice; organize and present facts and opinions to office team; learn the structure, functions, goals, and policies of the office. 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. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. https://das.nebraska.gov/personnel/training/ExternalTutorial/ Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!