Network Nebraska Administrative Specialist

opportunity.nebraska.gov

Lincoln, NE, US
Base: $19.940; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
E-rate program administration
Federal funding processes
Competitive procurements (rfps)
The Administrative Specialist supports the operational, financial, and compliance functions of Network Nebraska, playing a critical role in administering federal E-Rate funding processes and coordinating competitive procurements

Job Summary

  • The Administrative Specialist supports the operational, financial, and compliance functions of Network Nebraska, playing a critical role in administering federal E-Rate funding processes and coordinating competitive procurements.
  • The State of Nebraska offers a comprehensive benefits package including 13 paid holidays, immediate vacation and sick leave accrual, 156% state-matched retirement, and 79% employer-paid health insurance.
  • This role requires strong organizational skills, financial attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex technical and regulatory information clearly to diverse stakeholders.

Matching Summary

The Administrative Specialist supports the operational, financial, and compliance functions of Network Nebraska, playing a critical role in administering federal E-Rate funding processes and coordinating competitive procurements.

Salary

Base: $19.940; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 79% employer paid health insurance, 156% state-matched retirement, tuition reimbursement, paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • E-Rate Program Administration
  • Federal funding processes
  • Competitive procurements (RFPs)
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Cost-recovery practices
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Financial attention to detail
  • Clear communication skills
  • Independent work ethic
  • Collaborative stakeholder engagement

Key Requirements

  • At least one year post high school coursework/experience in administration, office management, accounting, finance, or similar fields
  • Associates degree in public administration, business administration, finance, information systems, or related field OR equivalent experience
  • Experience supporting grant administration, procurement, compliance, or financial record keeping
  • Experience managing multiple deadline-driven projects
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and contractual requirements
  • Experience administering federal E-Rate program or similar grant programs
  • Experience working within public-sector environments

Work Rights

Not specified

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