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Applying for Jobs

State application form REQUIRED *

• The application is valid for one year from the date submitted;
• Make sure it is current and includes your most recent employment.

Resume *

• Resumes are optional and will not be accepted in lieu of any information asked for on the application form;
• Scannable quality or text-only document.

Cover letter *

• Should be directed toward a specific position;
• Will accompany your application to the hiring agency;
• Will not be kept as part of your permanent record.

Additional information *

• Transcripts, questionnaires, writing samples, or other items may be a requirement for some vacancies. Check the job requirements carefully;
• References, copies of certificates, and letters of recommendation will not be kept as part of the employment application. This information can be taken to the job interview to share with the interviewing team; and
• BE SURE to include your name and Social Security Number on additional items submitted.

* DO NOT FAX any materials - We need documents that we can scan, and, therefore, we will not accept faxed materials. Positions with closing dates require the materials to be postmarked (not necessarily received) by the announced closing date. Please mail hard-copy documents in lieu of faxing.

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Online Application (secure server) Complete a new application form online Complete an applicant referral form (if your application is current) Apply for additional vacancies OR Update address or phone number Questionnaires Does the job you're applying for require a questionnaire? Click here for a copy in PDF format (or call our office if you would like us to email you a copy in Word format).

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These tips are for you...

How great would it be to hear the words “the job is yours, when can you start?”

• Attend the App-titude Tips: First Impressions Count for tips and tricks on completing your application to showcase your background in the best manner possible.

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Are you considering employment with Nebraska State Government?

• Click here if you're looking for your Next Career Move?

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Temporary employment !

What is the SOS Program and What can we do for you?

Specialized Office Services (SOS) is the State of Nebraska’s Temporary Employment Program. SOS is designed to serve the temporary needs of the State agencies, as well as assist YOU in obtaining employment. The SOS Program provides an excellent opportunity to "get your foot-in-the-door" with the State while gaining valuable skills, abilities and experience.

SOS is continually recruiting for applicants to fill temporary clerical, vocational, technical, information system, and professional level positions. The State needs temporary assistance for a variety of reasons: to fill-in for permanent employees who are on leave, to work in grant-funded positions or for special projects, to fill in for short-term increases in workload, to fill in during interim periods when an agency may be advertising and filling a permanent vacancy, etc.

We rely on applicants who possess skills in many areas, including:

accounting create reports customer service data entry data processing desktop publishing

develop spreadsheets filing inventory control install software payroll process mail

recordkeeping schedule appointments shipping/receiving transcribing typing word processing

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What do you need to do to sign up?

1. The first step towards being considered for the SOS Program is to complete a State application form (see link above). If you have a current application on file, please read on...
2. The second step towards SOS is to contact our office to set up an interview. As part of the interview process, all applicants must take both the typing and data entry tests, as well as participate in a brief interview so that we may gain a better understanding of your experience, skills, and abilities.

Interview appointments can be scheduled on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

State Personnel is located on the first floor of the Nebraska State Office Building, 301 Centennial Mall South, Lincoln (between 14th & 15th and L & M streets). If you are interested, please call us at 402-471-2075 during regular business hours to schedule an SOS interview.

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What background and reference will be conducted?

Employment reference checks will be conducted on all applicants interested in the SOS Program and criminal background checks will be conducted prior to hire. Once your references and background checks have been completed, your interview and application materials are entered into our active pool of available candidates for the SOS Program. From there, we begin the search to match our vacancies with the applicants who best fit each position.

 

 

Processing SOS Temporary Expense Reimbursement Requests

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DISCLAIMER: SOS does not guarantee employment. Unfortunately, we are unable to place every person who interviews into a temporary position. We encourage all applicants to continue seeking permanent or temporary employment for his or her own benefit.

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