Administrative Programs Officer I

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $21.702 Job Posting: JR2026-00027779 Administrative Programs Officer I (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-21-2026 Job Description: We are hiring! The Division of Behavioral Health at the Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an Executive Level Assistant (Administrative Program Officer - APO). The APO plays a key role in supporting the division's smooth operation by ensuring effective communication, coordination, and compliance. This position helps the director lead, manage interdisciplinary teams, engage with the public, and support policy development. The APO's organizational and problem-solving skills are essential to the division's success in improving behavioral health outcomes. What We Offer: We value our employees' hard work and offer a supportive and friendly work environment along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes: State-matched retirement contribution of 156%! 13 paid holidays Generous leave accruals that begin immediately Tuition reimbursement program Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government 79% employer-paid health insurance plans Dental and vision insurance plans Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy Career advancement opportunities as the largest and most diverse employer in the state Training and development based on your career goals Employee Assistance Program Wage: $21.702 Hours: Monday – Friday 8-5 Dress Attire: Business Casual Key Responsibilities: Communication & Coordination: Serve as the main liaison between the director and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring sensitive communications are handled properly. Administrative Support: Manage the director's schedule, coordinate meetings, and organize reports and budgets. Program/Project Support: Assist in managing multi-faceted behavioral health initiatives, including tracking progress, coordinating resources, and supporting campaigns. Data & Report Management: Help organize and distribute data and reports, ensuring the director has necessary information for presentations and policy discussions. Regulatory Compliance: Assist in ensuring the division adheres to laws, regulations, and standards, maintaining operational compliance. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: 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. Preferred Qualification: Minimum of 2 years administrative support experience involving use of data-based tracking and management, performing administrative/office/support work including the use of personal computers and office equipment. Expert level proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OnBase and web conferencing technology such as Microsoft Teams. Preference given to work experience connected to the behavioral health field in business management, health administration, social work, or behavioral health related coursework. Other: Valid drivers license. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: 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: 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. 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. Click here for a video tutorial. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io for additional support. 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!