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Agriculture Office Specialist at State of Nebraska

State of Nebraska Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Agriculture - Agency 18

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$17.254

Job Posting:
JR2025-00020617 Agriculture Office Specialist (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-17-2025

Job Description:
This position is responsible for administrative support in the Plant and Animal Health Protection focus areas, which includes a variety of programs administered within the NE Department of Agriculture. This position is the first point of contact for the Plant and Animal Programs and will be responsible for incoming communications from constituents, industry, and staff. This position will involve professional day-to-day office functions, with the opportunity to work within a variety of programs and duties.

Look at what we have to offer!
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment
At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

Job Duties: Duties focus on administrative support functions: main phone line, communications incoming and outgoing, electronic scanning, indexing documents, mailing, material development, data entry, learn general understanding of the programs to answer questions, organization of files, review documents for accuracy and assist with the processing and collection of fees. All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers and office equipment; or areas related to the programs and functions of the employing agency. OR Experience in customer service or public contact; OR applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative, office and secretarial support work including use of personal computers and office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications: Some Agriculture background preferred due to technical terms and knowledge but can be learned on the job.

Other: Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Seeking good communication skills, likes working with people, experience with modern office equipment and technologies, some writing skills and the ability to multitask.


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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