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State of Nebraska

Office Specialist - Purchasing - Central Office

State of Nebraska, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511

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Office Specialist - Purchasing - Central Office Posted 4 days ago. Open position in Central Office, Lincoln, NE.

Base pay range $20,000.00/yr - $20,000.00/yr

Job Details

Agency: Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS)

Hiring Agency: Correctional Services - Agency 46

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $17.254

Job Posting ID: JR2025-00021712 Office Specialist - Purchasing - Central Office (Open)

Job Description The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) Procurement unit is seeking a new teammate to join its highly motivated, detail-oriented, efficiency-driven mission, which is to keep our staff and facilities safe and well-supplied. The ideal candidate will have meticulous skills to work in a fast-paced environment with sharp attention to detail. This is an opportunity to join a team in a collaborative setting where accuracy and efficiency are valued, and teammates are encouraged to have a positive impact on our agency and programs.

Benefits

13 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave (24 days your 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) eligible through the federal government

Wide variety and availability of career advancement

Meaningful public service – service with a purpose!

Numerous training and development opportunities

Duties

Provide a variety of procurement support functions to NDCS facilities and other teammates.

Routine data entry entering, tracking and receiving purchase orders using the State of Nebraska's Payroll and Financial Center (PFC).

Sort, compile, and verify the accuracy of source documents (paper/digital) before entry.

Interact with NDCS Accounting and other customers (internal and external) to ensure 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 using various filing systems.

Perform various tasks to assist with document preparation.

Deliver quality administrative support while following proper procedures and policies.

Work independently at a rapid pace with sharp attention to detail and accuracy to uphold service levels in processing high volume entry functions.

Engage with NDCS teammates and other staff through clear and effective communication.

Regular and reliable attendance is expected.

Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:

Coursework/training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers, software and office equipment; or areas related to the programs and functions of the employing agency.

Experience in office support services or public contact; or applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative/office/secretarial support work including use of personal computers, software and office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

Minimum two years' experience/training/education in administrative/office/secretarial support functions.

Excellent communication skills.

Processing invoices and/or working with Accounts Payable to research/identify discrepancies between invoices and purchase orders.

Other:

Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: physical exam/screening, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Training Program.

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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.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Administrative

Industries Administrative and Support Services

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