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Job Description:
Under limited supervision plans and coordinates the development, administration and evaluation of a statewide health and human services program(s); serves as a resource and consultant to provide technical assistance/advice to agency staff, clients and service providers; researches and develops program policy and performs quality assurance analysis and evaluation of assigned program(s); performs related work as assigned.
“You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans!”
As the EBT Program Specialist, you will:
Support the Program Integrity manager with all aspects of EBT including:
- Issuance activities,
- Assisting clients,
- Working with EBT vendor and contracts,
- EBT issuance oversight and evaluation,
- Special EBT issuance and usage programs,
- Public records requests and similar.
Hire Rate Increase July 1, 2026, to $24.862 per hour – non-exempt
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Dress Attire: Business Casual
Driving is Required
Location: Lincoln – Nebraska State Office Building
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent coursework/training, in public administration, social/behavioral sciences, healthcare, human services or other program related field. Professional experience working in a human/social service or health care agency with responsibility for planning or evaluation services, programs or operational policies and practices may substitute in lieu of the educational requirement.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education, training, and/or experience with public assistance programs, such as SNAP, TANF, WIC, etc.
- Experience working with contracted service vendors.
- Experience working directly with community agencies or stakeholders and developing communication materials.
- Experience working with and interpreting federal and state regulations.
Other: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of: the principles and practices of public administration; procedure and policy development; methods and techniques of program planning; federal and state laws, rules, regulations and procedures pertaining to health and human services programs; public funds and budgeting methods; the principles and techniques of adult learning; quality assurance mechanisms; principles and techniques of planning, monitoring and evaluating human services programs and service delivery systems.
Skill in: interpreting and/or clarifying policy to interested groups; conducting formal presentations to provide education and share information.
Ability to: plan, organize and direct a major program; work collaboratively in a team setting; analyze, develop and organize materials; establish and maintain positive relationships with agency staff, service providers/contractors, community organizations and clients; communicate electronically, on paper or in person to promote, explain, discuss, advise and interact with interested groups on various program issues and problems; prepare and review technical documents such as summaries of state and federal regulations, action plans, reports, contracts and grants; understand, interpret and apply instructions, laws, rules, policies and procedures pertinent to the program; exercise independent critical thinking skills; maintain liaison with community representatives and other governmental agencies.
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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.
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in public administration, social/behavioral sciences, healthcare, human services or related field (or equivalent coursework/training)
- Professional experience in a human/social service or health care agency with planning or evaluation responsibilities (may substitute for degree)
- Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation
- Education, training, and/or experience with public assistance programs (SNAP, TANF, WIC)
- Experience working with contracted service vendors
- Experience working with community agencies or stakeholders and developing communication materials
- Experience interpreting and applying federal and state regulations
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