Broadband Outreach Coordinator
State of Nebraska

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$28.135

Job Posting:
JR2024-00011216 Broadband Outreach Coordinator (Open)

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Job Description:
The Nebraska Broadband Office has an exciting opportunity for a Broadband Outreach Coordinator to join our communications team! Under Governor Pillen's leadership, the Broadband Office was formed to create a more transparent, flexible, and proactive response for Nebraska's broadband needs.

At the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), we enhance the quality of life for all Nebraskans by creating innovative, convenient, and safe transportation systems that connect people and communities. Our culture is vibrant, and teammates feel valued as individuals and as part of our team. We hire good people who share our sense of pride and are excited to make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans.

We reward our employee's hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• A culture that embraces work-life balance
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% of employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• 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
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking

If you are interested in joining our dynamic, new Broadband team and improving the lives of your fellow Nebraskans, apply today!

Job Duties:
•Deploy outreach campaigns and events by organizing logistics and ensuring alignment with program goals, coordinating closely with internal teams, local organizations, and key external stakeholders.
•Build and maintain collaborative relationships with state and federal agencies, local governments, and other relevant partners to support the development of resources, reports, and policies that promote broadband infrastructure expansion.
•Coordinate and participate in stakeholder meetings and briefings, preparing customized presentation materials, walkthrough guides, and FAQs. Facilitate working sessions and information briefings both in person and via webinars to gather valuable stakeholder insights for state and federal programs.
•Communicate effectively and accurately the different types of broadband delivery models, as well as companies, services, entities, and grant programs in the industry.
•Create and manage engaging content for social media platforms and update our website to support outreach objectives.
•Contribute to the development and distribution press releases, newsletters, and informational materials to ensure consistent and accurate information reaches diverse audiences.
•Monitor, analyze, and report on outreach and engagement metrics to assess the effectiveness of communication efforts and identify areas for improvement.
•Provide assistance on policies, principles, and standard operating procedures related to the broadband programs to external stakeholders.
•Assist with processing grant applications, project submittals, and grant disbursements through grant closeout and compliance.
•Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Two year post high school degree or equivalent coursework/training in communications, public administration, business administration, regional or community planning, social sciences, education, or human rights, and one year of experience in project management, public policy, marketing and/or planning. Additional years of experience in comparable fields of work listed may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in communications, public administration, business administration, regional or community planning, social sciences, education, or human rights. Experience coordinating with local, state and community entities. Experience managing relationships through partnerships and collaborating and communicating with agency staff, public officials and external stakeholders.

Other: A valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation is required. Must be available for occasional overnight travel. Regular and reliable attendance is also required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to work effectively and directly with multiple government agencies, clients, the public and private sector personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, to a diverse range of audiences and settings.

• Ability to interpret and apply state and federal laws, rules, statutes and regulations.


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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