The work we do matters!
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Administrative Services - Agency 65
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Job Description:
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:
Recruitment:
• Manage the entire recruitment process from advertising, communicating with candidates, coordinating interviews, participating on interview panels (digitally or in-person as requested), making employment offers, and conducting background and reference checks.
OnBoarding:
• Manage the new employee set-up process, including the utilization of Workday hiring processes, computer access set up, training assignments, personnel information filing, and more. Orientation:
• Prepare for, and conduct, in-person HR New Hire Orientation sessions at least once per week from the Lincoln office.
• Coordinate with agency hiring managers to ensure the new employee's first day runs efficiently and successfully.
• Complete New Hire Paperwork (Form I-9, W4, W4N, and other agency documents) in accordance with the USCIS and IRS requirements.
• Provide New Hire Orientation information in the form of a presentation.
OffBoarding:
• Manage the entire exit process with departing employees, including the utilization of Workday termination processes, archiving and deletion of computer accesses, personnel filing information, and act as a point of contact for the departing teammate.
Other responsibilities:
• Provide support to our leadership teams for various day-to-day HR functions
• Collaborate with organizational partners to effectively build trust and successful working relationships.
• Work with a team of Human Resources Specialists, modeling confidence, ethical behavior, great customer service, exceptional communication, and a commitment to innovation, integrity, and accountability.
• Develop relationships and build partnerships with Nebraska and/or surround state educational institutions to increase brand awareness resulting in the development of a reliable talent pipeline program.
• Research, develop, and propose strategic active recruitment program initiatives to HR leadership aimed at increasing brand awareness resulting in increased application conversion rates.
• Other duties as assigned.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Two years of coursework or training in personnel management, business administration, public administration or office/administrative or three years of related experience.
Other: Regular and Reliable attendance is required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to:
• Independently problem-solve
• Critically think about situations and navigate ambiguity
• Collaborate positively with customers and colleagues
• Work with little to no direct supervision once fully trained
• Remain flexible and welcoming of change
Skill in:
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
• Process improvement
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/
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.
Skills Required
- Two years of coursework in personnel management, business administration, public administration, or office/administrative OR three years of related experience.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Ability to independently problem-solve and think critically.
- Ability to collaborate positively with customers and colleagues and work with little to no direct supervision once fully trained.
- Ability to remain flexible and welcoming of change.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Skill in process improvement.
- Experience using Workday hiring processes and related HR systems.
- Knowledge of New Hire paperwork and compliance (Form I-9, W-4, W-4N) and USCIS/IRS requirements.
Nebraska Department of Veteran Affairs Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nebraska Department of Veteran Affairs and has not been reviewed or approved by Nebraska Department of Veteran Affairs.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plan is considered excellent and a central reason total compensation feels strong. Long-term security is positioned as offsetting lower base wages.
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance is described as comprehensive within a benefits package that helps balance modest hourly pay. Coverage is viewed alongside retirement as a core component of overall value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid leave is included within the comprehensive package and contributes to perceived total compensation value. The breadth of time off helps make moderate salaries more workable.
Nebraska Department of Veteran Affairs Insights
What We Do
The Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs is a state agency dedicated to providing support, benefits, and assistance to veterans and their dependents within Nebraska.
