What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Associate position at Nebraska State College System?
The Nebraska State College System (NSCS) is seeking applicants for the position of Office Associate .
The Office Associate will provide support to the Nebraska State College System Office in Lincoln, NE as needed.
Examples of Work Performed :
- Deliver responsive public-facing service by answering phones and addressing inquiries.
- Process accounts payable, travel, purchasing, accounts receivable, and other various accounting transactions.
- Ensure finance transactions are completed in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with all applicable institutional, State, and Federal regulations, policies, and guidelines.
- Oversee financial tracking on various projects, ensuring fund availability, obtaining approvals, and coordinating payments.
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with retention policies and act as the primary liaison for State Treasurer notifications, garnishments, and wage orders.
- Provide administrative support by managing office files, calendars, supplies, and processing mail.
- Work closely with employees within the System office as well as at each of the three Colleges.
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How to Apply :
Email a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references to hr@nscs.edu . Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
About the Nebraska State College System
The Board of Trustees of the Nebraska State Colleges is the governing board for three state colleges : Chadron State, Peru State, and Wayne State. The Board’s System Office is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. An established partner within the rural communities they serve, the colleges provide an engaging, personalized, and rewarding college experience. NSCS is committed to providing a high-quality four-year education that is affordable and accessible to all students. To learn more about the NSCS, visit
This position is subject to Veterans Preference. Employment offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks.
The Nebraska State Colleges are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate against any student, employee, or applicant on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, or age in employment and education opportunities. The NSCS has designated an individual to coordinate non-discrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and practices may be directed to the General Counsel and Vice Chancellor for Employee Relations. Recruitment, selection, employment, transfer, promotion, demotion, training and pay of all employees shall be without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations will be made for applicants and employees who experience disabilities.
Salary : $45,000
