The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Education - Agency 13 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $21.933 Job Posting: JR2026-00029879 Human Resources Associate (Administrative Associate IV) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 10-27-2026 Job Description: Do you find yourself being the organizer and problem solver in everyday life? Are you looking to grow and gain experience in the Human Resources field? Join us! We’re looking for a Human Resources Associate to add to our passionate team of HR professionals and provide customer service to other NDE employees and stakeholders. This position will have participation in a variety of areas, including recruiting, benefits, payroll, and HRIS. We’re looking for candidates with high attention to detail and initiative, and the ability to maintain confidential information. If you are innovative and take pride in your work, apply today! **The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.** Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE. Pay Grade 4: $21.933/hour This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate. Teammates Enjoy In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes well over $20,000 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement 79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more! Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types 156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return Thirteen paid holidays per year Essential Functions Assists with talent acquisition processes; schedules interviews, performs background checks, prepares and delivers new employee gifts, etc. Processes job placements for Nebraska VR clients, reviews documents for compliance, enters new information into Human Resource Information System, and completes client background checks. Maintains NDE personnel electronic filing system (OnBase) and uploads employee documents to appropriate files. Performs administrative duties and accounting work including preparing, maintaining, and processing financial records and documents, and accounts receivable and payable in the State of Nebraska accounting system and other accounting systems. Processes orders for HR staff supplies, payments, and other staff documents. Provides information and technical assistance to NDE employees related to basic human resources inquiries, policies, and procedures. Assists with processing college coursework requests, including reviewing for completion and compliance, routing for approvals, and tracking. Updates and maintains Human Resources related web pages and social media outlets. Facilitates employee recognition for state and NDE years of service. Maintains regular & reliable attendance, travels independently, and works in a variety of settings. Working Conditions and Travel: This position requires approximately 100% of work time spent in an office environment. There is no expected overnight travel. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and\or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Preferred Qualifications: Postsecondary education or certification related to Human Resources, Business Administration, etc., and previous experience with State of Nebraska software and systems. Experience supporting human resources functions, and proficiency with a variety of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Professional. If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE, please email us at nde.hrjobpostings@nebraska.gov. 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. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Click here for a video tutorial. Contact state.jobs@nebraska.gov for additional support. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!

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