Job Description

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.

Required Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 3 years of related bookkeeping or clerical work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in business, accounting or related field.
• Experience with SAP or large integrated financial system.
• Experience or training in Microsoft applications.

Essential Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

Additional Information:

• All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• This position is based in the NSCS Office in Lincoln, NE.
• Minimum salary $45,000. An excellent  benefits package is provided. 
• Employment offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks.
• The search will remain open until the position is filled. 

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.

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