Fiscal Specialist; Program Specialist II

Position: Fiscal Specialist (Program Specialist II)
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Hiring Agency:

Education - Agency 13

Location:

Lincoln, NEHiring Rate:$30.597

Job Posting:

JR Fiscal Specialist (Program Specialist II) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):06-11-2026

Job Description:

Are you detail oriented and passionate about making a difference for schools and students through strong fiscal management? Join the NDE Special Education team as a Fiscal Specialist and support the administration of IDEA Part B and C funding across Nebraska. In this role, you’ll work with schools, districts, and educational entities to review applications and reimbursement requests, monitor budgets and compliance requirements, and provide guidance on fiscal processes.

We’re looking for someone who is detail oriented, organized, and collaborative. Prior experience with school finance, budgeting, grants, and compliance within a school district, is especially valuable. If you’re ready to use your fiscal expertise to make a meaningful statewide impact, we encourage you to apply.
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Location:

This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE.Pay Grade 7: $30.597/hour ($30.979/hour after pay structure increases on June 29, 2026) This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate.

Teammates Enjoy In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $27,000 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).#benefits

Competitive benefits, paid time off, and retirement
79% employer-paid health insurance, dental, vision, long and short-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts, employee discount program, and more!

Generous vacation and sick leave earnings each year (starting at 12 days each!), plus a variety of other leave types
156% state-matched retirement (yes, that’s $1.56 for every dollar!) with a guaranteed 5% return

Thirteen paid holidays per year Essential Functions Reviews IDEA consolidated applications and Maintenance of Effort (MOE) eligibility, and prepares allocations to ensure budget alignment and monitor status of funds.

Reviews nonpublic Proportionate Share to ensure completeness. Approves service and individual provider financial submissions for rate approval.

Reviews reimbursement requests and funding applications to ensure alignment with grant and project budgets and allowable expenditures. Updates Special Education payments for budget reporting.

Coordinates development and maintenance of the Special Education Maintenance of Effort (MOE) tracking tool for eligibility and compliance.

Supports training on fiscal processes and assists with the development and delivery of webinars and in-person presentations.

Maintains regular & reliable attendance, possesses a valid driver’s license and travels independently, and works in a variety of settings.

Working Conditions and Travel :

This position requires approximately 90% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 10% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as schools, educational service units, trainings, and meetings. There is also approximately five days of overnight travel per year.

Requirements /

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of experience related to the essential functions of the position. Any equivalent education and/or work experience may be substituted in order to meet the minimum qualifications of the position.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with budget management within a school district. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

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