Office Specialist
About The Position
The Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs has an opportunity within our Veterans’ Programs Department seeking a dynamic individual who is driven to serve a special community and enjoys working on a team to reach common goals. This position will serve as the point of contact for the NDVA front desk, responding to phone inquiries, walk ins, and emails. Facilitates the DD214 lookup requests and administers two educational programs mandated by state statute, the Waiver of Tuition Program (N.R.S. §80-411) and Reservist Tuition Credit Program (N.R.S. §§80-901-903). This position also oversees the certificate process for schools involved in the state education benefits and the Operation Recognition program.
Requirements
- Coursework/training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers and office equipment; or areas related to the programs and functions of the employing agency.
- Experience in customer service or public contact; or applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative/office/secretarial support work including use of personal computers and office equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the state college system and/or the veteran population.
Responsibilities
- Point of contact for the NDVA front desk, responding to phone inquiries, walk ins, and emails.
- Facilitates the DD214 lookup requests
- Administers two educational programs mandated by state statute, the Waiver of Tuition Program (N.R.S. §80-411) and Reservist Tuition Credit Program (N.R.S. §§80-901-903).
- Oversees the certificate process for schools involved in the state education benefits and the Operation Recognition 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.
- Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer!
- For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
