Administrative Technician (LRC)

Administrative Technician (LRC) (Open)

The Lincoln Regional Center, a Joint Commission-accredited state psychiatric hospital operated by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our team as an Administrative Technician. In this vital role, you will provide critical administrative and clerical support to ensure the efficient operation of our facility, which delivers compassionate, secure, and recovery-focused mental health care to individuals across the state. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and is committed to supporting the mission of public behavioral health services.

Under general supervision, this position will provide varied advanced technical / administrative support for a the manager and team for the Forensic Services Department, in the processing, coordinating, tracking, and monitoring of program-administrative functions.

Job Duties :

• Performs administrative support activities, such as collecting / reviewing information and writing responses to inquiries or complaints of potentially sensitive nature.
• Composing or tracking preparation of administrative, operational or similar reports or informational summaries concerning workload, budgeting, grants, staffing or legislative topics.
• Arranging schedules and agendas, organizing conferences, recording minutes, and preparing a written record of proceedings for various meetings.
• Collects, compiles, and / or extracts information and / or data from computers, databases, statistical, accounting, administrative, and / or other records and documents.
• Compiles records and creates reports, charts and / or graphs through word processing, spreadsheet, or database software to display information in a readable format and to provide the immediate supervisor and management officials with information for making decisions.
• Prepares documents, reports, or presentations requiring the use of advanced software features that includes integration of spreadsheets, macros, queries, charts, graphics, tables and multiple databases.

Wage : $18.548 per hour, plus $3.00 per hour facility differential.

Schedule : Monday-Friday 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : Coursework / training or experience related to research, presentation, or publication in an area related to the programs or functions of the employing agency; business administration; accounting; customer service; and / or technical support work, including use of computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.

Preferred Qualifications : Knowledge of criminal justice system. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and creating charts / graphs / reports. Experience with medical record systems.

Other : 19 years of age. High School Diploma / GED. This position requires proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the language effectively. Some positions may require : experience and / or training that is unique to the work assigned; a valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation; and / or criminal history background checks and other specific background check protocols for their agency.

Knowledge of : the program-administrative policies and guidelines of the employing agency; administrative and office processes and procedures and associated computer applications such as word processing, file management, record keeping, and database management; customer service processes and principles; specialized processes and terminology associated with assigned work.

Skill in : active listening; asking questions; understanding instructions; using word processing; creating spreadsheets, charts, graphs, and reports; managing time, schedules, and priorities; monitoring and assessing program performance; applying critical thinking techniques.

Ability to : formulate and recommend alternative courses of action; communicate and exchange information and ideas with others; interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations; create charts, graphs, and / or reports using word processing or other computer applications; summarize technical data and results of research into reports; track and monitor information; retrieve information from a variety of sources; coordinate resources and people; maintain confidential records.

Benefits

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Equal Opportunity Statement

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