State of Nebraska Careers and Employment

Work wellbeing

Results based on 238 responses to Indeed's work wellbeing survey.

Work wellbeing score is Average, 70 out of 100

Happiness

How enjoyable people find their day-to-day life at work

Average

Purpose

How meaningful people find their work

Above average

Satisfaction

How content people feel with the way things are at work

Average

Stress-free

How manageable people find their work stress

Below average

About the company

CEO
Jim Pillen
61%
approve of Jim Pillen's performance

Company size
more than 10,000
Industry
Government & Public Administration
Headquarters
1526 K Street, Lincoln, N...
Link
State of Nebraska website

GOOD LIFE

Are you living “the Good Life”? Here, the Good Life isn’t just a state. It’s a state of mind. From welcoming communities, to work-life balance and widespread opportunities—you’ll find there’s no place like Nebraska. We’re proud of our quality of life, low cost of living, thriving economy and clean, safe environment. Between world-class entertainment, food and drink, and outdoor recreation, there's something for everyone.

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

In Nebraska, the opportunities are endless! St...

GOOD LIFE

GREAT OPPORTUNITY

In Nebraska, the opportunities are endless! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters. If you seek purpose and aspire to make a difference in your community, state and world, we invite you to explore the vast career opportunities with the State of Nebraska.

EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS

We know our Teammates are the life force of positive change. That's why the State of Nebraska is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package. We take care of you, while you're taking care of others.

Health Coverage—We cover 79% of medical insurance premiums.

Life Insurance—We provide a $20,000 term life insurance policy, at no cost to you.

Retirement—We match 156% of our Teammates' 4.8% contribution.

Paid Time Off—Enjoy 12 paid vacation days, 12 paid days for medical appointments and/or illness and 12 paid holidays per year.

Flexible Scheduling—Say goodbye burnout and hello work-life balance with flexible work schedules.

Job Stability—We provide job security, even during times of economic hardship. The average tenure of our Teammates is 11.5 years!

Professional Development—We offer access to a wealth of opportunities to learn and grow–on the job, online, or in the classroom.

Career Advancement—As your knowledge and skills increase, so will your options for career growth!

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Salaries

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Benefits

Employees at State of Nebraska have reported receiving these benefits. They will vary by role and location.

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Loan forgiveness

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Rating overview

Rating is calculated based on 423 reviews and is evolving.

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Reviews

Project Manager in Nebraska

on September 23, 2023

Red tape.

The people are all nice but the training is typically not adequate. Many of the positions have little growth potential and thus it's tough being young and wanting to grow/advance.

Public Information Officer III, Department of Health and Human Services in Lincoln, NE

on September 26, 2023

Unnecessarily stressful and abusive atmosphere — for a joke of a paycheck, because you could make the same salary working retail.

What is the best part of working at the company?It provides a paycheck. That's about it. What is the most stressful part about working at the company?Everything. Many division supervisors in DHHS are micromanagers and borderline abusive to staff, with unrealistic expectations.What is the work environment and culture like at the company?Toxic and completely stressful. What is a typical day...

Numerous positions, leadership and non in Fremont, NE

on September 20, 2023

Leadership lacks leadership skills, people skills, and empathy

Benefits were good, hours were good. Anyone above Supervisor level uses dishonest business practices, manipulation, lookout for themselves and do not protect or care about their employees nor the clients. It was very difficult to work for ‘leaders’ that don’t utilize leadership skills, soft skills or people skills. There are excellent people to work with in Fremont until you get to the leadership...

Parole Officer in Lincoln, NE

on September 6, 2023

Excellent benefits

The state offers excellent benefits and above average retirement match. The state matches your retirement 156% of your contribution. Many paid holidays.

Program Director in Lincoln, NE

on August 20, 2023

Under paid and under appreciated.

Working in a State job can be a unique experience. Even when a program excels on a national level, its achievements might often go unnoticed within the State. It's disheartening to observe that some high-performing program directors may earn less than their counterparts in lesser-performing programs. Additionally, the absence of regular feedback or annual reviews means there's little direct acknow...

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