Business Manager

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Corn Board - Agency 88

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$24.528

Job Posting:

JR2025-00018979 Business Manager (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

09-17-2025

Job Description:

The Nebraska Corn Board is looking to hire an energetic, team-oriented individual to join our staff as our Business Manager (Administrative Programs Officer II). The position will be responsible for managing our financial accounting, office administration and coordinate board meetings, board and staff travel and various other functions.


Look at what we have to offer!

• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately
• Military leave
• 156% (that's not a typo!) state-matched retirement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Fun, inviting teammates
• A safe and secure environment

At the State, we stand by our core values of treating others with dignity and respect, acting ethically in all situations, and creating an environment where our customer is our top priority. Apply to join our team today!

 

Job duties

• Manage Financial Accounting - this would include all aspects of financial accounting and in cooperation with the Nebraska Department of Agriculture and in accordance with Nebraska Corn Board and Department of Administrative Services policies.

• Manage Office Administration - in cooperation with the executive director, manage day-to-day activities and policies within the office to ensure procedures are followed.

• Coordinate Board Meetings - manage location details, functions and on-site contacts for board meetings and special events.

• Coordinate Board and Staff Travel - manage registration, hotel and other travel arrangements for board and staff members.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration, accounting or any discipline related to the work assigned. One year of experience in planning, organizing, and implementing program administrative or business financial functions. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis. 

 

Preferred: Knowledge of State of Nebraska accounting systems preferred, but not required.

 

Other: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance is required.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Microsoft office, general office administration skills, knowledge of State of Nebraska accounting systems including E1, the DAS accounting manual and pre-audit certification beneficial. Knowledge of agriculture and Corn Resources Act beneficial.

 

Benefits

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.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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