Licensure Specialist
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Job Location:
Sioux Falls, SD - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 22 - 26
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
PLEASE ATTACH THE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS LISTED AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE
Job ID: 33897
Agency: Department of Health - Board of Nursing
Location:Sioux Falls SDSalary: $22.19 - $26.10 Hourly depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: G
Closing Date: 12/3/25
This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Health - Board of Nursing. For more information on the Department of Health please visit .
This position is for a Program Assistant 1 for the South Dakota Board of Nursing. The Program Assistant 1 independently implements work processes and develops procedures for assigned work including helping nursing assistive personnel to complete application procedures within limits set by program professionals; making choices within specified acceptable standards and practices. The Program Assistant 1 must be able to communicate and ask pertinent questions to determine whether an applicant meets the criteria for registration; and to problem-solve inform and educate others to clarify program intent and guidelines on the steps and actions others must take to complete application requirements; this individual speaks on behalf of nursing program professionals for whom he or she provides assistance. The impact of work done is primarily internal this individual will be responsible for recording statistics compiling data for reports monitoring deadlines and other time factors monitoring compliance with program guidelines to ensure all required steps and documentation are completed.
This individual will work with the management and development of the unlicensed registry databases to issue registration status for individuals under the jurisdiction of the Board of Nursing. This involves working with the licensure operations manager and software developers to implement the licensure database system and responsibility to monitor and verify compliance with registration requirements and to resolve applicant or employer problems. The Program Assistant 1 will select and compile data into reports regarding the registration of trained unlicensed personnel for the Board of Nursing and will answer requests for information provide informational material and assist professional staff to conduct presentations.
Licenses and Certifications:
This position requires graduation from high school or achievement of a GED certificate.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Post high school education and experience with computer technology enabling the candidate to work with various computer applications and to develop data systems for monitoring compliance with requirements for registration and licensure of individuals regulated by the Board of Nursing. This includes working with software developers to build and test the data system.
Knowledge of:
Skill in:
Ability to:
Additional Requirements: To be considered please attach your resume.
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Onsite
Job ID: 33897
Agency: Department of Health - Board of Nursing
Location:Sioux Falls SDSalary: $22.19 - $26.10 Hourly depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: G
Closing Date: 12/3/25
This is a Full-Time position with the Department of Health - Board of Nursing. For more information on the Department of Health please visit .
This position is for a Program Assistant 1 for the South Dakota Board of Nursing. The Program Assistant 1 independently implements work processes and develops procedures for assigned work including helping nursing assistive personnel to complete application procedures within limits set by program professionals; making choices within specified acceptable standards and practices. The Program Assistant 1 must be able to communicate and ask pertinent questions to determine whether an applicant meets the criteria for registration; and to problem-solve inform and educate others to clarify program intent and guidelines on the steps and actions others must take to complete application requirements; this individual speaks on behalf of nursing program professionals for whom he or she provides assistance. The impact of work done is primarily internal this individual will be responsible for recording statistics compiling data for reports monitoring deadlines and other time factors monitoring compliance with program guidelines to ensure all required steps and documentation are completed.
This individual will work with the management and development of the unlicensed registry databases to issue registration status for individuals under the jurisdiction of the Board of Nursing. This involves working with the licensure operations manager and software developers to implement the licensure database system and responsibility to monitor and verify compliance with registration requirements and to resolve applicant or employer problems. The Program Assistant 1 will select and compile data into reports regarding the registration of trained unlicensed personnel for the Board of Nursing and will answer requests for information provide informational material and assist professional staff to conduct presentations.
Licenses and Certifications:
This position requires graduation from high school or achievement of a GED certificate.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Post high school education and experience with computer technology enabling the candidate to work with various computer applications and to develop data systems for monitoring compliance with requirements for registration and licensure of individuals regulated by the Board of Nursing. This includes working with software developers to build and test the data system.
Knowledge of:
- English grammar and spelling;
- computer program software applications such as Microsoft Word PowerPoint Excel databases;
- basic mathematics.
Skill in:
- time management;
- problem solving technology issues;
- telephone etiquette;
- customer service.
Ability to:
- interpret and comprehend program guidelines and procedures;
- communicate effectively;
- gather interpret report and use information concerning assigned activities;
- assess process effectiveness and develop changes or alternatives;
- train and provide guidance to staff and service users;
- use personal computers and software;
- conduct research and compile and analyze data;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.
- work independently with minimal supervision;
- organize and prioritize workload;
- operate various office equipment;
- implement procedures practices and technology with attention to details;
- use computer program software applications and be able to problem solve and assist customers to technology issues;
- organize and complete work in an autonomous fashion knowing when to seek consultation;
- maintain confidentiality.
Additional Requirements: To be considered please attach your resume.
This position is eligible for Veterans Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Onsite
Required Experience:
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