Executive Assistant

Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Educational Lands and Funds - Agency 32 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $0.000 Job Posting: JR2026-00023600 Executive Assistant (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: Ag Lease Administrator/Executive Assistant If you are looking for a job that covers a broad spectrum of rewarding administrative duties, consider joining the professional staff at the Board of Educational Lands and Funds. The Board is a fiduciary Trust for the State of Nebraska that manages 1.2 million acres of School Trust Lands given to Nebraska by the Federal Government at Statehood, for the support of Nebraska’s K-12 public schools. This position prepares all documents for ag leases and auctions, provides excellent customer service skills, maintain permanent records and assists the CEO. The beginning annual salary is $70,000.00, commensurate with experience. The Board is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not sponsor non-immigrant visas for this position. Examples of Work: Manage, coordinate and schedule all Lease and Land Sales including prepare ag lease ads for newspapers and correspondence County Treasurers Completing all legal documentation of leasing via preparing the leases, Natural Resource District documentation and various other duties required by State Statute Maintain all lease assignments and sub leases Assist with sale of and purchase of real estate. Abstract permanent records in a precise manner with complicated legal descriptions and with precision and attention to detail Maintain all ag files Maintain mailing list and distribution of lease sale ads Continuous interaction with potential farmers and ranchers inquiring about leasing procedures/requirements Send out and compile rental survey; record results and complete maps for rent books Prepare for and attend monthly Board meetings and take roll call, and assist with lease related discussions Administrative Assistant to the CEO Skilled communication with co-workers, the Board, the public and lessees Schedule travel reservations Ability to collaborate with co-workers and work independently to meet deadlines Backup duties include: opening and distribution of daily mail and receipt incoming revenue, update agenda, and minutes. Other duties as required Requirements/ Qualifications: Minimum Qualification: Proficient in Excel and Word. Preferred Qualification: Knowledge of real estate or agriculture would be beneficial. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proficient in Word and Excel and ability to prepare and communicate in person, on the telephone or in writing; work collaboratively as part of a team; and follow administrative rules and policies. Must be organized, able to work independently and detail oriented. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ 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.htmlbenefits 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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