What are the responsibilities and job description for the State Policy Program Coordinator position at State of Nebraska?
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Hiring Agency
Labor - Agency 23
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate
$26.630
Job Posting
JR2026-00025324 State Policy Program Coordinator (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-30-2026
Job Description
Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join the Nebraska Department of Labor in connecting individuals to employment success. We have an exciting opportunity to join the Reemployment Services Division as the State Policy Program Coordinator to assist with delivery of WIOA Title I services to eligible participants.
We are looking for a candidate who can work independently, interpret federal regulations and grants, and can communicate effectively with individuals of all levels.
Here's what we have to offer!
Work Schedule: 8am-5pm; Monday-Friday
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Post high school coursework/training in: public or business administration, human services, social/behavioral sciences or closely related field OR Three years’ experience in a human services agency, organization, or program with responsibility for program planning and development, employment, job development and/or staff development or in the delivery of employment and/or training services. Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in human services, behavioral sciences, social sciences, public administration, business administration, or related field. Experience writing policy and providing technical assistance on compliance with laws and regulations.
Other: Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of: principles and techniques to develop policy; state and federal statutes related to employment and training; accessibility standards and formatting options for documents; Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Ability to: communicate with government officials, local area administrators, program representatives, and service providers to explain and advocate job training program goals, policies, and plans; learn, interpret and apply federal legislation and state and agency regulations and policies to specific job training issues and decisions; analyze data and develop conclusions from administrative/computer records, budgets, and program evaluations; summarize planning and programming data and options into reports and position papers; develop goals, priorities, plans, policies and performance criteria; write clear policy guidance, reports, and notices; maintain regular and reliable attendance.
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.
Hiring Agency
Labor - Agency 23
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate
$26.630
Job Posting
JR2026-00025324 State Policy Program Coordinator (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-30-2026
Job Description
Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join the Nebraska Department of Labor in connecting individuals to employment success. We have an exciting opportunity to join the Reemployment Services Division as the State Policy Program Coordinator to assist with delivery of WIOA Title I services to eligible participants.
We are looking for a candidate who can work independently, interpret federal regulations and grants, and can communicate effectively with individuals of all levels.
Here's what we have to offer!
- 13 paid holidays
- Vacation and sick leave that begin 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) 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
- Draft, review, and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Interpret and apply federal legislation to state and local workforce development programs.
- Facilitate collaboration between the Nebraska Workforce Development Board and agency partners to align strategies for Combined State Plan.
- Provide board support to the Nebraska Workforce Development Board including scheduling meeting space, drafting agendas and meeting materials, writing minutes, setting up for meetings, and corresponding with board members.
- Provide guidance and support to local workforce development areas and service providers on policy implementation.
- Develop and implement trainings to enhance understanding of policies among stakeholders.
- Review local and regional plans submitted by local workforce development areas for compliance with policy and regulations.
- Assist with development and submission of WIOA State Plan.
- Assist with maintenance of the Eligible Training Provider List.
- Assist with grant agreements, budget plan workbooks, board certification documentation, and one-stop center certification documentation for local areas.
- Draft and post notices.
Work Schedule: 8am-5pm; Monday-Friday
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Post high school coursework/training in: public or business administration, human services, social/behavioral sciences or closely related field OR Three years’ experience in a human services agency, organization, or program with responsibility for program planning and development, employment, job development and/or staff development or in the delivery of employment and/or training services. Any equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in human services, behavioral sciences, social sciences, public administration, business administration, or related field. Experience writing policy and providing technical assistance on compliance with laws and regulations.
Other: Must have a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge of: principles and techniques to develop policy; state and federal statutes related to employment and training; accessibility standards and formatting options for documents; Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook.
Ability to: communicate with government officials, local area administrators, program representatives, and service providers to explain and advocate job training program goals, policies, and plans; learn, interpret and apply federal legislation and state and agency regulations and policies to specific job training issues and decisions; analyze data and develop conclusions from administrative/computer records, budgets, and program evaluations; summarize planning and programming data and options into reports and position papers; develop goals, priorities, plans, policies and performance criteria; write clear policy guidance, reports, and notices; maintain regular and reliable attendance.
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.
Salary : $20,000