Administrative Programs Officer I

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

2d•$21

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 in Child Welfare and/or Adult Protections programs for the role of Administrative Programs Officer I. In this role you will be an integral part of our Child and Family Services Division by providing critical support to the NE adult and child welfare systems. You have the passion, we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans As an Administrative Programs Officer I, you will:

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.
Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status.
For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

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