About this role
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Hiring Agency:
Engineers and Architects Board - Agency 58
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$17.642
Job Posting:
JR2026-00029908 Office Specialist (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-02-2026
Job Description:
Do you thrive on multitasking, are detail-oriented, and have great verbal and written communication skills? Do you enjoy working independently, as well as being a team member? The Board of Engineers and Architects is seeking an Office Specialist to perform data entry for applications and coordinate the application process for the Board of Engineers and Architects, the Board of Geologists, and the State Board of Landscape Architects.
The three boards are the licensing and regulatory authorities for engineers, architects, geologists, and landscape architects, as well as organizations offering architectural, engineering, and/or geologic services in the state.
Job Duties
Under general supervision, the office specialist:
- Enters and conducts an initial review of applications for accuracy and completeness against current requirements for intern enrollment and licensure.
- Communicates to the applicant the status of their application
- Responds to general inquiries regarding licensure and organizational requirements both over the phone and by email
- Assists with setup and teardown after board meetings
- Other general customer service tasks as assigned
- Some financial tasks as assigned
To learn more about the boards, visit the Boards’ websites at ea.nebraska.gov, nebog.nebraska.gov, and nsbla.nebraska.gov.
Qualifications / Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods, including the operation of personal computers and office equipment; or areas related to the programs and functions of the employing agency.
OR
Experience in customer service or public contact; or applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative/office/secretarial support work, including use of personal computers and office equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Experience in Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Database experience
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
- Great written and verbal communication skills
- Detailed organizational skills
- Time management skills
- Computer and database skills
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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.