State of Nebraska
Office Specialist - Purchasing - Central Office
State of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511
Office Specialist - Purchasing - Central Office
We invite you to apply for the Office Specialist - Purchasing - Central Office role with the State of Nebraska.
This position offers a base pay range of
$20,000.00
per year. Your actual salary will be determined based on your skills and experience. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $20,000.00 / yr – $20,000.00 / yr
About the Role The work we do matters! Join a highly motivated, detail‑oriented team dedicated to keeping our staff and facilities safe and well‑supplied. Our mission is to support Nebraska’s correctional services with efficient procurement and administrative support.
Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services – Agency 46
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$17.254 per hour
Applications No Longer Accepted On:
November 25, 2025
Job Description As an Office Specialist – Purchasing, you will:
Provide a variety of procurement support functions to NDCS facilities and teammates.
Enter, track, and receive purchase orders using the State of Nebraska’s Payroll and Financial Center (PFC).
Interact with NDCS Accounting and other internal and external customers to ensure a seamless acquisition and payment experience.
Assist with compliance and transparency protocols, reporting, and system research for problem resolution.
Maintain files, both hard copy and electronic, and support document preparation.
Deliver quality administrative support while following proper procedures and policies.
Work independently in a fast‑paced environment with sharp attention to detail and accuracy.
Provide excellent customer service and rapport with NDCS teammates and other staff through clear and effective communication.
Requirements & Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Coursework or training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers, software, and office equipment.
Experience in office support services or public contact; applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative/secretarial support work.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Minimum of two years’ experience/training/education in an administrative/office/secretarial support function.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Applicants must pass pre‑employment exams in this order: physical exam/screening and a drug test at a randomly announced time. Successful completion of the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Training Program at the Staff Training Academy is required.
Benefits
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave (24 days first year, accruing immediately)
Military leave
156% 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) eligibility through the federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement
Meaningful public service – service with a purpose!
Numerous training and development opportunities
For more information, call 402‑471‑2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at
megan.jones@nebraska.gov .
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values its teammates and promotes a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We 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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This position offers a base pay range of
$20,000.00
per year. Your actual salary will be determined based on your skills and experience. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.
Base Pay Range $20,000.00 / yr – $20,000.00 / yr
About the Role The work we do matters! Join a highly motivated, detail‑oriented team dedicated to keeping our staff and facilities safe and well‑supplied. Our mission is to support Nebraska’s correctional services with efficient procurement and administrative support.
Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services – Agency 46
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$17.254 per hour
Applications No Longer Accepted On:
November 25, 2025
Job Description As an Office Specialist – Purchasing, you will:
Provide a variety of procurement support functions to NDCS facilities and teammates.
Enter, track, and receive purchase orders using the State of Nebraska’s Payroll and Financial Center (PFC).
Interact with NDCS Accounting and other internal and external customers to ensure a seamless acquisition and payment experience.
Assist with compliance and transparency protocols, reporting, and system research for problem resolution.
Maintain files, both hard copy and electronic, and support document preparation.
Deliver quality administrative support while following proper procedures and policies.
Work independently in a fast‑paced environment with sharp attention to detail and accuracy.
Provide excellent customer service and rapport with NDCS teammates and other staff through clear and effective communication.
Requirements & Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Coursework or training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers, software, and office equipment.
Experience in office support services or public contact; applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative/secretarial support work.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Minimum of two years’ experience/training/education in an administrative/office/secretarial support function.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Applicants must pass pre‑employment exams in this order: physical exam/screening and a drug test at a randomly announced time. Successful completion of the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Training Program at the Staff Training Academy is required.
Benefits
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave (24 days first year, accruing immediately)
Military leave
156% 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) eligibility through the federal government
Wide variety and availability of career advancement
Meaningful public service – service with a purpose!
Numerous training and development opportunities
For more information, call 402‑471‑2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at
megan.jones@nebraska.gov .
Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values its teammates and promotes a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We 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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