Legal Assistance Developer -Program Coordinator

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The State of Nebraska in Lincoln is seeking a DHHS Program Coordinator within the Division of Disability and Aging to oversee legal assistance programs and support elder justice initiatives for Nebraskans aged 60+. You will coordinate with eight area agencies on aging, promote accessibility of resources, and collaborate with partners to prevent elder abuse.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree or relevant experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent experience in relevant fields with policy and QA exposure.
• Experience developing/assessing operational policies and procedures.
• Substitution via related coursework or training may apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate legal assistance programs run by eight area agencies on aging.
• Promote awareness and accessibility of legal resources and coordinate with stakeholders.
• Plan, organize and execute the annual Elder Justice training.
• Collaborate with partners to prevent elder abuse and promote elder justice.
• Coordinate data collection with legal contractors for federal reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Community outreach

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/public administration, social/behavioral sciences, health sciences, public health, education, law or related field OR experience in policy development/QA

Job description

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $26.726 Job Posting: JR2026-00030314 Legal Assistance Developer - Program Coordinator (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 11-13-2026

Job Description

The State of Nebraska, DHHS State Unit on Aging, is hiring for a DHHS Program Coordinator in the Division of Disability and Aging. This position oversees and manages several aspects of services for people aged 60+ in Nebraska, related to legal services, elder abuse awareness, elder justice, fraud awareness, and financial exploitation. If you're looking to make a difference and positively impact on the lives of Nebraskans, this could be your next move!

Examples of Work

• Monitor and evaluate the legal assistance programs offered by the eight area agencies on aging.
• Enhance awareness and utilization of the Legal Risk Detector tool in Nebraska.
• Promote legal resources, providing guidance to users, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation and accessibility of the program.
• Plan, organize, and execute the annual Elder Justice training.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to promote awareness and best practices in elder justice and provide information and education to prevent elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Organize, manage, and facilitate meetings and activities of the Elder Rights Coalition.
• Responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating activities related to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) and other related initiatives.
• This role requires strong collaboration with various stakeholders, including community organizations, elder care facilities, government agencies, and advocacy groups, to promote awareness and prevent elder abuse.
• Responsible for collecting, overseeing, and compiling data from legal contractors in collaboration with Area Agencies on Aging to ensure accurate federal reporting.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, health sciences, public health, education, law or related field OR experience in the development of operational policies and procedures, performing quality assurance. Related coursework, training and/or education may substitute for the bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in organizing public events, working with vendors, and managing contracts will be beneficial.
• Analysis/evaluation of programs; grant writing, contract management, or leading community-based health/social care groups.
• Degree in law, with an emphasis or interest in elder law.

Other

• Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• This position requires strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills to promote the rights and well-being of older adults within the community.
• Community outreach experience and excellent written and oral communication are needed.

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. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans.