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Hiring Agency:
Racing and Gaming Commission - Agency 36
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$18.548
Job Posting:
JR2026-00025108 Executive Assistant (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
04-22-2026
Job Description:
Are you an organized and proactive administrative professional? The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission is seeking an Executive Assistant to the Agency Director. In this role, you’ll be coordinating key Commission activities, including arranging public meetings, compiling the Commission’s annual report, and assisting the Director and Commission with scheduling, travel and approvals. If you’re energized by meaningful responsibility and enjoy being the steady, trusted point of connection for a growing organization, we encourage you to apply.
Examples of Work
- Coordinates monthly Commission meetings, including logistics, travel needs, agenda requests, public postings, meeting attendance, and preparation of minutes and meeting materials.
- Manages the Executive Director’s calendar, schedules appointments, and prioritizes time and commitments effectively.
- Prepares correspondence, approvals, reports, and other documents; assists with expense reimbursements and travel arrangements for the Director and agency staff.
- Creates, updates, and maintains spreadsheets, dashboards, and statistical reports for Commission use, including annual reporting in collaboration with division leaders, and submits data to national entities as required.
- Serves as the agency’s records management and retention coordinator.
- Reviews monthly P‑Card transactions and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Acts as the primary point of contact for the Voluntary Self‑Exclusion program.
- Manages the agency’s social media page and supports additional communication or administrative needs as the Commission evolves.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Coursework/training or experience related to research, presentation, or publication in an area related to the programs or functions of the employing agency; business administration; accounting; customer service; and/ or technical support work, including use of computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.
Other: This job requires regular, reliable onsite attendance. Position requires occasional in-state travel. Must possess a valid driver’s license. **NRGC employees are prohibited from gambling or placing a wager in any establishment licensed by the Commission.**
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.
- Strong communication skills and a proactive, self‑directed approach to problem‑solving.
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and maintain composure in fast‑paced or high‑pressure situations.
- Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks effectively.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort learning new software or systems.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel occasionally within the state for meetings or Commission activities.
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Benefits
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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.