DHHS Program Specialist - State Unit on Aging

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Hiring Agency

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$24.314

Job Posting

JR2026-00024985 DHHS Program Specialist - State Unit on Aging (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

04-23-2026

Job Description

The State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Program Specialist within the Division of Developmental Disabilities, State Unit on Aging team working on Aging, Alzheimer’s and other dementia council work. The Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience in strong communication skills, creative thinking, aging and Alzheimer’s issues and needs, with the ability to handle work independently and collaboratively. If this is you, apply today to join our mission of Helping People Live Better Lives!

You have the passion, we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans.

Examples Of Work

• Program planning and supporting the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of activities related to Aging and Alzheimer’s work, ensuring effective and efficient operations.
• Manages the day-to-day operational and technical functions of the Aging, Alzheimer's, and Dementia council/committees.
• Drafts, develops, and implements policy, procedures, and program regulations related to assigned program(s) and ensures work aligns with state guidelines by evaluating and coordinating program policies and regulations.
• Organizes and attends advisory council meetings, records the council and committee minutes, and ensures compliance with the requirements of the Aging, Alzheimer’s, and Dementia Act and Nebraska Open Meetings Act. Draft bylaws, prepare meeting agendas, minutes, and support other work that aligns with the Act.
• Collaborate with the council to develop the Alzheimer’s and Dementia State Plan, update as necessary, track priorities and progress, and submit to the legislature on a regular basis, within statutory guidelines.
• Provide training and support to Council members to ensure understanding of the Advisory Council's requirements and responsibilities, as well as the Nebraska Open Meetings Act.
• Develop the necessary resources and administrative support to ensure the program operates effectively and efficiently by coordinating with other departmental divisions or outside agencies.
• Develop relationships and network with industry professionals, state officials and executive leadership, and providers of Alzheimer’s and dementia care. These relationships will help identify developing practices, gaps in service, and other related topics to build a state plan and improve care. This position will collaborate with the committee to ensure that the requirements of Supports the State Unit on Aging in other aging, Alzheimer's, and related program work.
• Writes reports, impact statements, and other documents to formulate policy material to cover the requirements of the Nebraska Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Support Act.
• Develop a working knowledge / participate in existing programs for aging and persons with disabilities within Nebraska, to better coordinate and serve additional providers and caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

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: The individual must possess a bachelor’s degree in a human service or public administration-related field with two years of experience involving professional collaboration with community leaders such as professors/educators, directors, medical professionals, and social services professionals. Experiencing in staffing public committees is preferred.

Other: Valid driver’s license

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of Aging and Alzheimer's or other dementia needs/issues, experience leading and staffing public committees, leadership skills in coordinating and collaborating with community leaders and professionals human services in addressing the needs of individuals and their care givers who are aging and/or have Alzheimer’s disease, developing program policies and procedures, methods and techniques of program planning, knowledge federal and state laws, regulations and procedures related to health and human services programs; and working with state plans would be beneficial. Knowledge of the Nebraska Open Meetings Act.

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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.