Temporary Office Specialist at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

Description
Location: NOEC at 4703 North 44th in Lincoln, Nebraska


Pay rate is $15.958 per hour.
Examples of Work
Oversee and assist with components of the Outdoor Education Skills and Outreach programs. Organize, restock, purchase and distribute educational program kits. Communicate with Outdoor Education program team and partners.


Work alongside Outdoor Education staff as they plan for, prepare, and teach hands-on outdoor education programs and community events. Contact instructors and partners to determine program needs. Lead or assist in processing instructor contracts, reimbursements, evaluations reporting forms, and maintain files and records. Prepare trainings, lesson binders and other needed media components. Attend instructor trainings. Market and present programs at local and statewide events. Perform related work as required.
Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: Coursework/training in administrative/office support functions, procedures, and methods including the operation of personal computers and office equipment; or areas related to the programs and functions of the employing agency. OR Experience in customer service or public contact; or applying criteria/regulations; and/or performing administrative/office/secretarial support work including use of personal computers and office equipment.


PREFERRED: Associates or Bachelors in an education or related field. Experience or education in outdoor activities. Plus some teaching experience and/or experience developing educational programs. Occasional evening and weekend work will require overnight travel. Willingness to be flexible and adapt to the needs of the program and participants.


OTHER: Valid driver's license is required.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the principles and practices of record keeping. Basic understanding of outdoor skills. Strong and effective communication skills. Working knowledge of standard word processing and data base software, (I.E. Microsoft Word, Excel and Google Docs). Experience with video and audio editing software is preferred. Working knowledge of social media.


Ability to adjust to change in a fast paced, constantly changing environment. Ability to communicate face to face and over the phone with agency partners and instructors. Enjoy working with youth of all ages. Comfortable working in all weather conditions.