Statewide WIC Program Leader

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an experienced WIC Program Manager to oversee the statewide WIC program operations in Lincoln, NE. You will provide strategic direction, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and lead a team delivering nutrition services to eligible families.

The role requires leading budgeting, reporting, and program evaluation activities, managing a $36 million budget, and coordinating with USDA to align federal requirements with state goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public health, business, public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, or law with at least one year of related experience.
• Experience in planning, budgeting, monitoring, evaluating, marketing a program or service and supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct overall State WIC Program operations and set the statewide vision for the DHHS WIC team.
• Develop partnership with USDA and serve as the program contact with the federal agency.
• Coordinate and manage a statewide budget of about $36 million; establish, control and monitor funds.
• Complete monthly financial and participation reporting, annual closeout and required federally reporting.
• Hire, train, supervise and manage WIC program staff and contract personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Google Workspace

Job description

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking an experienced WIC Program Manager to oversee the statewide WIC program operations in Lincoln, NE. You will provide strategic direction, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and lead a team delivering nutrition services to eligible families.

The role requires leading budgeting, reporting, and program evaluation activities, managing a $36 million budget, and coordinating with USDA to align federal requirements with state goals.