DHHS Program Manager I

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

38d • $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team in a mission-driven environment? The State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a highly motivated leader to join the Office of Economic Assistance team as the Child Support Enforcement (CSE) Program Manager I. The CSE Program Manager I is a high-accountability leadership role responsible for bridging the gap between complex state and federal laws and daily operations. “You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans” As the CSE Program Manager I, you will: Demonstrate strong track of punctuality, maintain a consistent schedule and professional dependability in alignment with department needs. Ensure program compliance through the timely submittal of State Plan updates, managing the full life cycle of contracts and subawards, and translating new legislative proposals into actionable policies. Be a reliable, high-capacity leader who excels at managing teams through high-pressure transitions and urgent deadlines. Pair analytical problem-solving with professional diplomacy needed to lead a mission-driven state program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, public health, law or related field and experience in program planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluating program functions or supervising/management staff and budgets.
• Related coursework, training and/or education may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Knowledge of: the principles and techniques of management; business and management principles including planning, budgeting, resource allocation and human resources; the principles of grant writing and grant administration; the techniques of research, planning and evaluation; work performance or other standards of development; program analysis/evaluation; policy development.
• Skill in: communicating to convey information so others will understand.
• Ability to: plan, assign, direct and evaluate the work of subordinate staff; learn, apply and interpret agency policies and procedures relating to the assigned program or function; learn, apply and interpret State and federal laws and standards; develop and maintain effective relationships with program representatives and the public; apply instructions; summarize program and administrative data/statistics into reports; formulate goals and plans; manage time and workflow of oneself and that of others to meet deadlines; demonstrate professionalism; operate basic computer software and hardware.

Nice To Haves

• The ideal candidate must be a consistent and steadfast leader who provides a predictable and reliable presence to ensure the team’s daily operations remain seamless and uninterrupted.
• They will possess a mastery of the full subaward and contract lifecycle, with proven success in managing the process from the initial drafting of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) through to final closeout.
• A deep background in Title IV-D federal regulations is essential, specifically the ability to manage interagency contracts under strict federal grant compliance standards.
• Beyond administrative oversight, the most competitive candidates will demonstrate a unique skill for translating complex legislative proposals into actionable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and leveraging data analytics to perform Quality Assurance reviews that measurably improve program performance.
• Ultimately, we are seeking a visible and dependable force with professional diplomacy to bridge the gap between field offices and state leadership, ensuring the organization remains focused and productive even during significant regulatory shifts.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong track of punctuality, maintain a consistent schedule and professional dependability in alignment with department needs.
• Ensure program compliance through the timely submittal of State Plan updates, managing the full life cycle of contracts and subawards, and translating new legislative proposals into actionable policies.
• Be a reliable, high-capacity leader who excels at managing teams through high-pressure transitions and urgent deadlines.
• Pair analytical problem-solving with professional diplomacy needed to lead a mission-driven state program.

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: Manager