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State of Nebraska

Substance Use Monitor

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What they do

A Crime Scene or Forensic Science Technician collects and analyzes physical evidence from crime scenes. Carefully documents a crime scene and catalogues evidence collected. Conducts laboratory analysis of evidence gathered, uses computer databases to identify evidence, and uses findings to reconstruct crime scenes.

$44,880 / year median in Nebraska

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Substance Use Monitor State of Nebraska - 3.4 Omaha, NE Job Details Full-time $18.69 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Paid training Continuing education credits Health savings account AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Military leave Paid time off Paid military leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Bereavement leave Life insurance Retirement plan Prescription drug insurance Qualifications Laboratory sample storage Safe work practices Record keeping Laboratory procedures Laboratory inventory control Medical documentation Substance use assessment Court testimony Mid-level Laboratory test results documentation Criminal Justice Schedule management Laboratory reports Associate's degree in criminal justice Specimen log management Desktop applications Drug testing (community supervision) Chain of custody Computer skills Laboratory inventory records management Technical skills instruction Proper evidence handling 1 year Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders Chemical testing Associate's degree Communication skills Toxicology and drug testing Urine sample collection Full Job Description The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Supreme Court - Agency 5
Location:
Omaha, NE Hiring Rate:
$18.692
Job Posting:
JR2026-00027888
Substance Use Monitor (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 07-24-2026
Job Description:
•The (Judicial Branch) does not sponsor STEM (form i-983) or non-immigrant work visas for this position. •The Judicial Branch offers: Health & Wellness 79% employer-paid health and prescription insurance Dental and vision insurance plans available to purchase Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, available to purchase Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support Flex Spending (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Financial Security 156% state-matched of the first 4.8% contribution to retirement plan FREE $20,000 Life Insurance Policy Optional Life Insurance and AD&D available to purchase Paid Time Off & Leave 13 paid holidays annually Paid vacation and sick leave that begin accruing immediately Military leave and Funeral/Bereavement leave Professional Growth Paid training to develop your skills Free continuing education credits to maintain professional certifications Access to specialized courses through Judicial Branch Education Opportunity for bilingual pay
Job Description:
This classification level is responsible for monitoring, coordinating activities, arranging, conducting, and maintaining documentation for drug screenings. Responsibilities may include providing assistance to Probation Officers, contact with clients, scheduling, collecting, disposing, and maintaining records of urine specimens; conducting drug screenings; maintaining the inventory of testing supplies and equipment testifying in court; reporting and documenting testing results; ensuring documentation procedures are done in accordance with policies and procedures; and providing training on testing result documentation.
Location:
8313 Spring Plaza, Omaha, NE 68124 Travel may/will be required at times.
Work Schedule:
Non-traditional hours may be required.
Salary:
Starting Salary:
$ 38,878.81 annually (Hiring Rate).
Immediate Growth:
Earn a 2.5% pay increase after successfully completing your probation period (if starting at Hiring Rate).
Starting Rate Flexibility:
Higher starting pay may be considered based on education and experience, subject to final management approval.
Please Note:
Candidates approved to start above the Hiring Rate (at or above the Minimum Permanent rate) are not eligible for the 2.5% post-probation increase.
Future Increases:
Annual cost-of-living adjustments (applied on July 1) are subject to State Legislature approval. Job Duties 1 . Assist Probation officers with client contact and scheduling activities. 2. Greets clients, collects testing forms and accompanies to drug testing area. 3. Conduct drug screening in accordance with established systems and procedures using approved testing methodologies. This includes obtaining urine specimen from Probationers, recording, and reporting results. 4. Stores testing samples in secure location and ensures chain of custody procedures are observed at all times. 5. Maintains drug testing supplies and equipment inventory. 6. Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. The above classification responsibilities represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. Requirements /
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate's degree in criminal justice, medical/laboratory, or a related area or one year of experience as a drug technician or related position. All educational credits must be granted from an accredited institution approved by the U.S. Dept. of Education.
Preferred :
Prior substance abuse or chemical testing training and working with the offender population.
Other :
Due to the duties for this specific position, only MALE candidates considered. Knowledge Skills and Abilities Knowledge Drug screening and chemical testing methodology. Safe work methods and procedures. Applicable testing equipment. Recordkeeping principles. Basic inventory management principles. Computers and related software applications. Skills Performing drug screening. Collecting applicable samples. Maintaining specimen records. Monitoring inventory and supply levels. Maintaining operational records. Using a computer and related software applications. Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. Physical Requirements Incumbents may be subjected to fumes, odors, poor ventilation, hazardous materials (chemicals, blood, and other body fluids, etc.), and challenging environmental conditions, imminent danger.
Light Work:
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Requires use of arm and/or leg controls and exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work. 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.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.