Office Specialist

State of Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

About The Position

The Board of Engineers and Architects is seeking an Office Specialist to enter application data and coordinate the application process for the Board of Engineers and Architects, the Board of Geologists, and the State Board of Landscape Architects. These boards license and regulate engineers, architects, geologists, and landscape architects, as well as organizations offering architectural, engineering, and/or geologic services in Nebraska. Under general supervision, the Office Specialist reviews applications for accuracy and completeness, communicates application status, responds to general inquiries, and performs additional customer service and administrative duties.

Requirements

Coursework or training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods, including operating personal computers and office equipment, or in areas related to the employing agency’s programs and functions; OR experience in customer service or public contact, applying criteria or regulations, and/or administrative, office, or secretarial support work, including use of personal computers and office equipment.
Great written and verbal communication skills.
Detailed organizational skills.
Time management skills.
Computer and database skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Database experience.

Responsibilities

Enter applications and conduct an initial review for accuracy and completeness against current requirements for intern enrollment and licensure.
Communicate application status to applicants.
Respond to general inquiries about licensure and organizational requirements by phone and email.
Assist with setup and teardown after board meetings.
Perform other general customer service tasks as assigned.
Perform some financial tasks as assigned.