Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services · 2 hours ago
Administrative Programs Officer I
Lincoln, NE
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.23/hr - $21.23/hr
1+ years expThe Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. The Administrative Programs Officer I will provide critical support to the Nebraska adult and child welfare systems by managing operational projects, analyzing program performance, and assisting with policy development.
GovernmentHealth CareSocialWellness
Responsibilities
Manage and coordinate operational and special projects that impact adult and child welfare programs
Analyze program performance and develop recommendations for improvement
Assist with policy and procedure development, implementation, and evaluation
Support budget tracking, procurement coordination, and expense reconciliation
Prepare reports, proposals, correspondence, and meeting materials, including highly sensitive information
Coordinate logistics for meetings, programs, and cross-functional initiatives
Provide input on contracts, RFPs, hiring, training, and program operations
Exercise independent judgment while escalating high-risk or compliance-related decisions appropriately
Qualification
Required
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
Experience supporting child welfare or adult protection programs
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret program, financial, and operational data
Experience with project management, process improvement, or special initiatives
Knowledge of state policies, procedures, contracts, and procurement processes
Advanced skills in written communication, including drafting reports, proposals, and sensitive correspondence
Ability to work independently with limited supervision and exercise sound judgment
Proficiency with databases, reporting systems, and Microsoft Office applications
Benefits
Comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities
Company
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
The Department of Health and Human Services team contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Larry Kahl, FACHE
Chief Operating Officer
Amy McKeighan
Talent Acquisition Partner
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