Workforce Coordinator at State of Nebraska in Grand Island, NE

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Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location: Grand Island, NE, Lincoln, NE, North Platte, NE, Scottsbluff, NE

Hiring Rate: $22.638

Job Posting: JR2026-00030231 Workforce Coordinator (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 11-10-2026

Job Description: Are you looking for a rewarding career that will make a difference in the lives of individuals and businesses in your community? If so, we need you.

The State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services Office of Economic Assistance is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join their team as the Workforce Coordinator. This position is responsible for working with the local Department of Labor programs to assist customers with obtaining self-sufficiency.

“You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans!”

As the Workforce Coordinator:

• You will work with the SNAP Employment and Training (E&T) program which includes a partnership with Nebraska Department of Labor (DOL).
• Your day-to-day work would include face-to-face, and telephone interactions with customers of varied socio-economic levels gathering financial and demographic information.
• You will work with the local DOL programs to assist customers with obtaining self-sufficiency.
• You will be conducting community outreach as well as interacting with customers.
• Will use computer databases to update, document, and verify customer information, accurately process assigned work tasks, and prepare correspondence.

Hiring Rate: $22.638 per hour – Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location of position: Grand Island, Lincoln, North Platte or Scottsbluff

Valid Driver's License needed

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Post high school coursework or training in social/behavioral sciences, counseling, business, public administration, education, marketing, or a related field; or experience in client development and case management including interviewing, research and direct customer service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have worked with the SNAP programs within the last 3 years.

Other: Valid driver's license or able to provide independent authorized transportation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge, skills, or experience relating to database use, telephone-based customer service, and case management.

• We are looking for individuals who demonstrate proficient data entry computer skills while communicating with customers, must be able to multi-task and navigate between various computer systems, have good communication skills and are customer focused, can learn quickly and successfully via webinars and on-line courses.

• Must have good time management skills and be able to set and manage priorities.

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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.

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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.