Public Health Programs Administrative Specialist

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Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$21.225

Job Posting:

JR2025-00018969 Public Health Programs Administrative Specialist (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

09-03-2025

Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), in partnership with the Division of Public Health and the Office of Emergency Health Systems (OEHS), is seeking a motivated Administrative Programs Officer I to support a wide range of technical, administrative, and business management functions.

In this role, you’ll collaborate with emergency health professionals and stakeholders statewide to help drive program success through coordination, communication, and analytical support. If you’re ready to contribute to meaningful work that impacts public health, we invite you to apply!

What We Offer:
• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays + generous leave accruals starting on day one
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental, vision, and employer-paid life insurance ($20,000 policy)
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Career advancement and ongoing training opportunities

 

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Coordinating delivery of information (e.g., newsletters, social media, reports) to EMS providers, hospitals, agencies, and the public.
• Manage OEHS website content.
• Administering and managing REDCap surveys and reports to support program evaluation.
• Monitoring and improving financial processes; assisting with budget planning and reconciliation.
• Drafting contracts and ensuring deliverables and payment timelines are clearly defined.
• Assisting with the writing and coordination of grant applications and funding proposals.
• Supporting the management of program advisory boards and public meetings.
• Tracking inventory, managing equipment and vehicle records, and ensuring compliance with retention policies.
• Assisting in performance measurement reporting, RFP/RFQ development, and regulatory updates.
• Assist with EMS Licensing needs.

 

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

• 2 years of experience in program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• 2 years of experience supporting or managing program budgets or financial tracking.
• Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Pro (including custom form creation), and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Understanding of public administration, budgeting, procurement, and performance tracking.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Skilled in using data to support decision-making and reporting.
• Proven ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines with limited supervision.
• Comfortable working with confidential or sensitive information in a professional manner.

 

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.

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