Human Resources Associate (Administrative Associate IV)

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Nebraska, Nebraska Department of Education, is seeking a Human Resources Associate to join the HR team in Lincoln, NE. This role supports recruiting, benefits, payroll, and HRIS, with a strong emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality.

Office location is Lincoln, with a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive hourly wage. Responsibilities include assisting with talent acquisition, HRIS data entry, and maintaining electronic personnel files, while providing information to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and three years of related experience.
• Postsecondary education or certification related to Human Resources or Business Administration.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Professional.
• Experience supporting HR functions and handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with talent acquisition processes; schedules interviews and completes background checks.
• Process job placements for program clients and enter data into HRIS.
• Maintain OnBase personnel filing system and upload employee documents.
• Perform administrative duties and accounting tasks in the state accounting system.
• Provide information and technical assistance to employees on policies and procedures.
• Update HR-related web pages and social media.
• Support processing college coursework requests and tracking.
• Facilitate employee recognition for years of service.
• Maintain regular attendance and work in an office environment.

Skills

HR support

Office software

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma

HR/Business admin cert

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat Pro

Job description

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Education - Agency 13Location:Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$21.933Job Posting:JR2026-00029879 Human Resources Associate (Administrative Associate IV) (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):10-27-2026Job Description:Do you find yourself being the organizer and problem solver in everyday life? Are you looking to grow and gain experience in the Human Resources field? Join us! We’re looking for a Human Resources Associate to add to our passionate team of HR professionals and provide customer service to other NDE employees and stakeholders.This position will have participation in a variety of areas, including recruiting, benefits, payroll, and HRIS. We’re looking for candidates with high attention to detail and initiative, and the ability to maintain confidential information. If you are innovative and take pride in your work, apply today!**The Nebraska Department of Education does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for these positions.**Office Location: This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE.Pay Grade 4: $21.933/ hourThis rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.Teammates EnjoyIn addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes well over $20,000 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefitsCompetitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% returnThirteen paid holidays per yearEssential FunctionsAssists with talent acquisition processes; schedules interviews, performs background checks, prepares and delivers new employee gifts, etc.Processes job placements for Nebraska VR clients, reviews documents for compliance, enters new information into Human Resource Information System, and completes client background checks.Maintains NDE personnel electronic filing system (OnBase) and uploads employee documents to appropriate files.Performs administrative duties and accounting work including preparing, maintaining, and processing financial records and documents, and accounts receivable and payable in the State of Nebraska accounting system and other accounting systems.Processes orders for HR staff supplies, payments, and other staff documents.Provides information and technical assistance to NDE employees related to basic human resources inquiries, policies, and procedures.Assists with processing college coursework requests, including reviewing for completion and compliance, routing for approvals, and tracking.Updates and maintains Human Resources related web pages and social media outlets.Facilitates employee recognition for state and NDE years of service.Maintains regular & reliable attendance, travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.Working Conditions and Travel :This position requires approximately 100% of work time spent in an office environment. There is no expected overnight travel.Requirements / QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and three years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and\\or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.Preferred Qualifications: Postsecondary education or certification related to Human Resources, Business Administration, etc., and previous experience with State of Nebraska software and systems. Experience supporting human resources functions, and proficiency with a variety of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Professional.If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE, please email us at [e-mail] .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/BenefitsWe 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#benefitsEqual Opportunity StatementThe 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.