Office Technician

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Paid time off: vacation and sick leave

Retirement contributions matched

Medical premium coverage 79%

PSLF eligible

Job summary

State of Nebraska’s Retirement Systems - NPERS in Lincoln, NE, seeks an Office Technician to perform clerical support in Data Services. The role handles mail, scanning, indexing, and data entry, with a regular M-F schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and potential growth within state government. The team emphasizes accuracy, customer service, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include coursework/training or experience in public contact, customer service, and/or office/clerical support procedures.
• Preferred qualifications emphasize a high school diploma or equivalent, post-secondary education, and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Other: results of state typing and data entry testing may be considered in the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Pick up, open, sort, date stamp, and distribute incoming mail.
• Research incoming mail for membership and identification to retirement plan.
• Prepare, scan, and index files into imaging system.
• Process outgoing mail by weight to determine postage.
• Bundle and prepare proper postage authorization forms for pickup by state mail personnel.
• Prepare, review, and retrieve documents and data using networked desktop PC.
• Provide assistance to other Data Services team members and the agency for special projects.

Skills

Public contact

Customer service

Office/clerical support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Retirement Systems - Agency 85

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate

$15.338

Job Posting

JR2026-00028691 Office Technician (Open)

Job Description

Are you tired of working weekends and holidays? Do you think a “day job” sounds amazing? Would you enjoy working in a friendly office atmosphere? Or…maybe you are looking to start your career in state government and need a “foot in the door.”

The Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Systems (NPERS) prides itself in being a group of dedicated individuals working together to administer the retirement benefits of the public employees in the state of Nebraska.

This position works in NPERS’ Data Services area and reviews, processes, and maintains complex records and written materials, selecting and using varied clerical procedures (such as scanning, data entry, sorting/filing correspondence and documents, and reviewing information for accuracy and completeness). They perform diverse office/clerical support. This person may provide procedural guidance and technical advice to other support or agency employees, and they perform related work as assigned.

Work Schedule: M-F, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Hiring Rate: $15.338

Range: $15.338 - $22.610

The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

State employment offers great benefits!

During your first year here at NPERS, you’ll receive 13 paid holidays per year, you can earn 12 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave, have your retirement contributions matched at 156%, and 79% of your medical insurance premiums are paid by your employer. Do you have student loans? We are also a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

Examples Of Work

• Pick up, open, sort, date stamp, and distribute incoming mail.
• Research incoming mail for membership and identification to retirement plan.
• Prepare, scan, and index files into imaging system.
• Process outgoing mail by weight to determine postage.
• Bundle and prepare proper postage authorization forms for pickup by the state mail personnel.
• Prepare, review, and retrieve documents and data using networked desktop personal computer.
• Provide assistance to other members of the Data Services team, and the agency, for special projects or requests for help.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training or experience in public contact, customer service, and/or performing and applying office/clerical support procedures, including the use of a personal computer, associated software, and office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent, post-secondary education, and who demonstrate knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite products.

Other: Results of State Personnel typing, and data entry testing may be considered in the agency's selection process.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The practices and procedures pertinent to office/clerical support operations.
• The methods of filing, record keeping, bookkeeping, and mailing.
• The purpose and activities of the employing agency.
• The work unit policies and guidelines pertinent to office/clerical support operations.
• The functions and specialized terminology associated with the work unit and agency.

Ability To

• Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Have regular attendance and punctuality.

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.