Administrative Specialist Agriculture Programs

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Hiring Agency:

Dry Pea and Lentil Commission - Agency 95

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$20.388

Job Posting:

JR2026- Administrative Specialist - Agriculture Programs (Open)

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Job Description:

The Nebraska Wheat Board and Dry Pea and Lentil Board are currently seeking and Administrative Specialist to join their teams. This position will provide professional administrative program and operational support to the Nebraska Wheat Board and the Nebraska Dry Pea and Lentil Commission. This position coordinates board meetings research and market development projects contracts and grants financial and records management communications producer outreach and domestic and international industry activities. The position serves as a key liaison with producers researchers government agencies commodity organizations and industry partners while ensuring the efficient administration of two producer-funded state agencies.

Look at what we have to offer!
13 paid holidays
Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
Military leave
156% (thats not a typo!) state-matched retirement
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
79% employer paid health insurance plans
Dental and vision insurance plans
Employer-paid $20000 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
Fun inviting teammates
A safe and secure environment
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Job Duties:

• Provide day-to-day administrative support.
• Coordinate board meetings.
• Maintain records.
• Track expenditures contracts invoices and project commitments.
• Provide financial updates and reports.
• Serve as a point of contact for producers Identify research priorities and coordinate research proposals contracts reporting and updates.
• Support marketing and trade activities.
• Monitor and provide updates regarding policy developments affecting producers.
• Maintain relationships and represent NDPLC at meetings and events.
• Coordinate logistics for board members and staff in addition to reimbursement and documentation of travel and events.
• All other duties assigned within the scope of the classification.

Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: At least one year of post high school coursework or experience in: administration office management accounting finance planning policy analysis and implementation administrative/management analysis operations research program evaluation research or similar fields or in a field related to the programs or functions of the employing agency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Agriculture related field.
• Knowledge of commodity check-off programs.
• Experience coordinating events trade teams education and outreach activities.
• Experience with grant management budgeting and contracts.

Other: This position requires travel. As such the incumbent must be able to present a valid drivers license or another form of reliable transportation. They must be able to work in remote locations when overnight travel is required. Regular and Reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrate attention to detail accountability and service to producers.
• Represent the organizations professionally and positively.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with ag stakeholders.
• Analyze information summarize complex issues and provide clear recommendations.
• Develop and execute communication plans.
• Research ag issues and summarize information for decision making
• Communicate effectively with board stakeholders researchers government officials and producers.

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