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, coordinating competitive procurements (RFPs), managing vendor relationships, and ensuring transparent and accurate cost-recovery practices.
• The State of Nebraska offers a comprehensive benefits package including 13 paid holidays, immediate vacation and sick leave accrual, 156% state-matched retirement, tuition reimbursement, and 79% employer-paid health insurance.
• The State of Nebraska values diversity, inclusion, and belonging, recruiting and promoting without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetics.

Matching Summary

Salary

Hiring Rate: $19.940; Benefits: 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, state-matched retirement, tuition reimbursement, employee assistance program, 79% employer paid health insurance, dental and vision insurance, employer-paid life insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program; Other: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• At least one year post high school coursework/experience in administration, office management, accounting, finance, planning, policy analysis, or related fields
• Associates degree in public administration, business administration, finance, information systems, or related field OR equivalent experience
• Experience supporting grant administration, procurement, compliance oversight, or financial record keeping
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations, and contractual requirements
• Experience administering federal E-Rate program or other federally funded grant programs

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