Program Manager II

Program Manager II – Office of Children’s Services Licensing
Health & Human Services – Agency 25, Lincoln, NE

Salary: $31.186 per hour (approximately $65,000 annually).

• Develop, maintain, and supervise a strong and well‑functioning team.
• Standardize processes and procedures, and coordinate and work with internal and external stakeholders.
• Write legislative impact statements, and develop, write, and implement regulations.
• Address customer complaints.
• Use strong ethical decision‑making skills and the ability to quickly mobilize in response to changing priorities.
• Oversee and manage licensing for Family Child Care Homes I & II, Child Care Centers, Preschools, School Age Only Centers, Residential Child‑Caring Agencies, and Child‑Placing Agencies.
• Administer the Residential Child‑Caring staff fingerprint‑based eligibility determination system and the child care staff fingerprint‑based eligibility determination system.

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, social/behavioral sciences, education, health sciences, public health, law, or a related field, plus at least one year of experience in program planning, implementation, budgeting, monitoring, evaluating, marketing a program or service, and supervising/managing staff. Related coursework, training, or education may substitute for the bachelor’s degree on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Preferred Qualifications: Supervisory experience; ability to make and implement decisions; ability to work independently with minimal guidance; ability to present information to stakeholders verbally and in writing; prior experience or knowledge of child care or child welfare professions.

• Experience or training related to research, presentation, or publication in an area related to the programs or functions of the employing agency.
• Business administration and accounting knowledge.
• Customer service skills.
• Technical support work, including use of computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.

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. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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