About this role
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $19.473 Job Posting: JR2026-00027478 Child Care Resource Developer (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-08-2026 Job Description: Are you a compassionate, results-driven professional with the skills necessary to provide leadership within an organization that helps children and families care for themselves, resulting in healthier families and safer, more prosperous communities? If so, WE NEED YOU!
The State of Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Child Care Resource Developer to join the Office of Economic Assistance’s Child Care and Development Fund team. This position oversees child care subsidy agreements with child care providers, who provide subsidy child care for income eligible families, including those who are part of child welfare (foster children) and have child care for state adopted children.
The DHHS Resource Developer, under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks to include performing various contract monitoring activities and resource development activities; researching, gathering and maintaining information on community placement resources; monitoring provider contracts, reviewing provider billing documents, evaluating provider services, performing on-site audits, sharing findings of investigations and providing recommendations concerning service improvement, contract revision, and/or termination; conducting licensing and home studies; developing related community resources and monitoring provider services such as transportation, support services, skills training, and other home based services; and approving service providers to ensure compliance with minimum standards and evaluating provider services, programs and staff to determine appropriateness of client payments and ensure delivery of contract services.
“You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans!”
In this position, the Child Care Resource Developer:
• Determines eligibility for approval to be a Child Care Subsidy Provider
• Redetermines eligibility to remain an approved Child Care Subsidy Provider annually
• Completes inspection visits where care is taking place
• Assist providers by answering questions as needed
Hiring Wage increases July 1, 2026, to $19.473 per hour – non-exempt Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 5:00 PM Dress Attire: Business Casual Driving is Required Location: Lincoln – 5220 S 16
Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Post high school coursework/training in social work, sociology, counseling, guidance, psychology, child development or related field and experience in resource development, eligibility determination or contract monitoring within a public service organization. OR Bachelor’s degree in any of the fields listed above.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Case management experience
• Customer service experience
• Organization skills
• Basic math knowledge
• The ability to work independently
• Knowledge and experience working with Word, Excel, and NFOCUS.
Other: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Excellent communication skills and ability to partner with a variety of people are required. Must have basic math, strong computer, keyboarding, organization, and interpersonal skills. Ability to read, understand, apply, and explain complex regulations and policies.
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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.
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