Administrative Programs Officer I

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $21.225 Job Posting: JR2026-00022746 Administrative Programs Officer I (Evergreen) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 02-10-2026 Job Description: The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter. We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. We are looking for candidates with experience supporting a professional leadership team, coordinating critical tasks, and ensuring quality, timely work. This position of Administrative Programs Officer I will be an integral part of our Child and Family Services Division by providing critical support to the Nebraska adult and child welfare systems. You have the passion; we have the opportunities lets make a difference for Nebraskans! As an Administrative Programs Officer I, you will: 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 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm Pay rate: $21.225/hour Location: Nebraska State Office Building-301 Centennial Mall S, Lincoln, NE 68508 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 Qualifications: 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 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: https://link.nebraska.gov/ 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: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits 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 state.jobs@nebraska.gov 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!