Administrative Technician

Administrative Technician (Open)

Join Our Team at the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services – Make a Difference in the Lives of Children and Families! Are you an organized, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic, team-oriented environment? Do you have a passion for supporting the well-being of Nebraska's children and families? The Division of Children and Family Services is looking for a dedicated Administrative Technician to join our Letter of Agreement Team. At DHHS, we believe that when you bring your passion, we bring the opportunities to help you make a meaningful impact. If you have administrative or clerical experience and are ready to grow professionally in a supportive and collaborative environment, we'd love to have you on our team!

Why Nebraska DHHS?

• Be part of an organization that is changing lives for the better.
• Work with a dedicated team that values your input and contributions.
• Enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment that fosters personal and professional growth.

What We Offer:

• 156% state-matched retirement contribution
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• 79% employer-paid health insurance
• Dental and vision coverage
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance
• Career growth opportunities

If you are ready to jump-start your career with the State of Nebraska and make a meaningful difference in the community, apply today! As an Administrative Technician in the Child and Family Services Division, you'll be supporting essential programs for Nebraska families with a variety of tasks, including:

• Receive service requests from internal staff to be used in the completion of Letter of Agreement contracts.
• Ensure compliance with rules/procedures and goals/objectives established by the manager/administrator.
• Legal Documents: Ensure proper handling and completion of service contracts with regard to established Medicaid and Child Welfare rules and regulations.
• Communication Liaison: Interpret and explain program/administrative policies, processes, and guidelines to internal and external entities.
• Staff Training: Provide training to staff on best practices for identifying and requesting services for the children and families we serve.
• Administrative Support: Assist leadership with key administrative tasks to keep operations running smoothly.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training or experience related to research, presentation, or publication in an area related to the programs or functions of the employing agency; business administration; accounting; customer service; and/ or technical support work, including use of computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and database management

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, social/behavioral sciences, or a related field, OR associate's degree in accounting, finance, statistics, business administration, social/behavioral sciences, or a related field, with two years of experience in contract/finance procedures, including use of computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and database management. Familiarity with NFOCUS is a plus. In the absence of a degree, candidates must have at least four years of relevant work experience.

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.

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.