Pardons Administration Manager

Pardons Administration Manager Location Lincoln, NE (Downtown area) : The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Crime Commission - Agency 78 Location: Lincoln Job Posting Hiring Rate: $22.68 Classification Salary Range: $22.69 - $33.44 Job Posting: JR2024-00002440 Pardons Administration Manager (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): : This position provides administrative support to the pardons process which includes receiving and processing applications (roughly 20 new applications per day), setting dockets following consultation with Board member representatives, and processing pardons notifications. This position also acts as a liaison between other agencies and the courts for the Crime Commission, directs the development of Board of Pardon planning and programs, may develop and interpret legislative proposals, designs and directs analysis/research/surveys within the domain of responsibility, and develops/revises agency rules and regulations within the domain of their responsibility. Job duties A. Provides administrative support to the pardons process, including but not limited to: receiving and processing applications; setting dockets upon consultation with board member representatives; interaction with board members and their representatives; processing of pardons; processing of pardons notifications; and related tasks. B. Acts as liaison with courts and sentencing practitioner, policymakers, and public on pardon-related issues. C. Maintains electronic files, tracks victim whereabouts and notifies them of upcoming pardon board hearings. D. Designs and directs special surveys, studies, policy analysis, and research for assigned areas of responsibility. E. May develop legislative proposals; interprets and provides information related to proposed legislative changes. F. Directs the preparation of responses to inquiries, reports or plans and related materials at the request of the executive director and/or Board of Pardon Member Offices. G. Develops and revises any agency rules and regulations related to areas of expertise. H. May coordinate with various criminal justice and public safety stakeholders on a variety of issues. REQUIREMENTS: 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: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, criminology, judicial administration, correctional services, legal studies, paralegal studies, policy analysis, political science, or public administration, and experience handling complex administrative processes including using computer systems for a law enforcement, correctional, and/or regulatory agency. 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. Training will require meetings with representatives from the Office of the Governor, the Attorney General, and the Secretary of State. Those meetings will likely occur at the Capitol, or in the downtown Lincoln vicinity. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. Independently determines, based on policies, who is qualified for a hearing in front of the Pardons Board. Independently determines the records needed to assess applications and accesses protected systems to review criminal records. Independently determines if an application is complete and accurate, and uses multiple tools to assess accuracy and completeness of submitted materials. 2. Must use board policies, practices, criminal records systems, and legal knowledge to make determinations. Must also work with stakeholders on the board. Decisions impact citizens seeking pardons. 3. An error would most likely result in a person not being considered for a pardon, which can be quickly addressed in a meeting or in a subsequent meeting. Steps to correct error involve working with applicant and assessing where the error occurred in the process then scheduling the corrective action. Benefits 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! 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. 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. Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

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