Supervise Office Specialists across Omaha locations
Recruit, interview, hire, and train staff
Build and sustain a high-performing, engaged team
Monitor performance and handle disciplinary actions when needed
Oversee daily office operations and customer service quality
Manage building operations and support site functionality
Attend meetings and provide operational data and updates
Serve as a key liaison for Economic Assistance eligibility operations in Omaha
Requirements / Qualifications:
Preferred Qualification:
2 years of supervisory experience in a customer service setting
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Federal and State laws and regulations governing work assigned
Office management and record keeping methods and practices
Administrative report preparation practices; research and administrative survey techniques
Work planning and organizing; business computer and communication systems
Ability to:
Interact with immediate supervisors and senior managers, employees, and the public to gain their cooperation and to establish work relationships
Formulate and recommend modifications to operational directives to attain agency goals
Apply management practices, techniques, and methodologies to assigned activities
Collect, assemble, and analyze facts and draw conclusions to recommend solutions to problems
Identify and interpret program-administrative requirements, policies, and regulations to provide guidance and advice
Organize and present facts and opinions to managers and groups
Learn the structure, functions, goals, and policies of the Department of Health and Human Services
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Benefits
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Additional Information
The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Omaha, NE
Hiring Rate:
$19.940
Job Posting:
JR2026-00026996 Administrative Specialist - Omaha (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
06-16-2026
Job Description:
Make an Impact Every Day
The Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a motivated Administrative Specialist to support operations within the Office of Economic Assistance in Omaha. This role is ideal for a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values public service, and is committed to helping individuals and families access essential programs.
If you bring strong customer service skills, attention to detail, and a passion for leading teams, this is your opportunity to make a difference.
Why Join Us:
- Stable Employment Opportunity
- Career Development and Learning
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 156% match on first 4.8% contribution to Retirement Plan
- 13 Paid Holidays
- Generous Leave Accruals and Benefits
- Opportunity to be part of a caring organization
- Flexible Schedules DHHS State of Nebraska values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.
We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetics.
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