Nebraska VR Office Associate (Office Associate III)

State-of-Nebraska; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Long and short-term disability

Flex spending and HSA

Employee discount program

Paid time off

Retirement

Thirteen paid holidays per year

Job summary

The State of Nebraska seeks a part-time VR Office Associate III in Kearney to support program operations and staff with behind-the-scenes administrative tasks. You will help plan meetings, coordinate registrations, and prepare materials while ensuring accurate record-keeping and document processing.

Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma with two years of related experience, familiarity with Microsoft Office, and a detail-oriented, customer-service mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience.
• Postsecondary degree in office management or related field preferred.
• Experience working with people with significant disabilities is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite required.

Responsibilities

• Plans and supports meetings, conferences, and grant activities.
• Coordinates event logistics and participant reimbursement documents.
• Develops and formats presentations, proposals, and newsletters.
• Maintains financial records, warrants, and reports; processes documents for approval.
• Maintains equipment inventory and supports database navigation; updates VR pages.

Skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Postsecondary degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Education - Agency 13Location:Kearney, NEHiring Rate:$19.939Job Posting:JR2026-00030211 Nebraska VR Office Associate (Office Associate III) (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):11-10-2026Job Description:Help Nebraskans access services that make a difference! As a VR Office Associate, you'll provide behind-the-scenes support that keeps programs, events, and services running smoothly for staff and the individuals they serve.The hiring team is looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys helping others succeed. If you're the person who likes keeping things on track, solving problems, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks, we'd love to hear from you!This position is part-time at 30 hours per week, with flexible scheduling between Monday through Friday 8am-5pm.**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 in Kearney, NE.Pay Grade 3: $19.939/ 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 planning and conducting meetings, conferences, and supporting grant activities.Initiates letter contracts, collects and maintains conference registration information, coordinates event logistics, and assists with participant reimbursement documents.Develops and formats presentations, proposals, drafts, brochures, and documents such as newsletters, flyers, and other marketing materials in print and electronic form.Performs record-keeping, clerical accounting work, and administrative duties including preparing, maintaining, and processing financial records, documents, warrants, and reports.Processes and routes all documents (e.g., letter contracts, accounts payable, reimbursement documents) for approval and payment.Processes equipment loans for consumers and provides technical assistance regarding navigating the equipment database. Maintains inventory of available equipment and ensures equipment is sanitized and in good working condition.Updates and maintains VR related web pages and social media outlets.Collaborates with other Office Associates to carry out clerical functions and processes in support of the department.Maintains regular & reliable attendance, travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.Working Conditions and Travel :This position requires approximately 95% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 5% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as other state offices or conferences. There is also approximately four days of overnight travel per year.Requirements / QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent and two 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 degree (or credential) in office management, administrative assistant, or related fields. Experience working with people with significant disabilities. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.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.