Government Jobs in Nebraska with H-1B Sponsorship
Government H-1B sponsorship jobs in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha and Lincoln, where federal agencies, the University of Nebraska system, and state government bodies hire internationally for roles in IT, public health, engineering, and policy analysis. Employers like the University of Nebraska Medical Center and federal installations in the Omaha metro have established H-1B sponsorship track records.
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Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$39.585
Job Posting:
JR2026-00024816 Corrections Lieutenant - Nebraska State Penitentiary (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On:
04-14-2026
Job Description:
With a current vacancy at the Nebraska State Penitentiary in Lincoln, NE (a maximum, medium and minimum custody facility), the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is accepting applications for the position of Corrections Lieutenant. The incumbent will model the NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe."
Information about NDCS can be found at www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.
DUTIES:
- Responsible for specific shift of a custody force.
- Conduct special investigations; resolve problems between inmates.
- Supervise the performance of all assigned security staff, and indirect supervision of other institutional staff.
- Conduct roll call and handle administrative paperwork.
- Supervise custody activities such as searches, institutional tours, visitor & inmate escort.
- Serve as initial commander in emergency situations.
- Formulates and writes necessary reports involving incidents and activities during assigned shift, i.e. counts, log sheets, incident reports, disciplinary actions, etc.
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Post-high school coursework/training in Criminal Justice or related Behavioral field and three years of progressively responsible corrections experience. Experience or coursework/training in supervision and leadership. Must be able to legally possess firearms and ammunition. No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.
Preferred Qualifications: Two years of supervisory experience. Report writing experience. Experience managing rosters. Experience working for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.
Other: Must have a valid driver's license. Must be able to work any shift with weekends and holidays. Successful completion of background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
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.
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Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$39.585
Job Posting:
JR2026-00024816 Corrections Lieutenant - Nebraska State Penitentiary (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On:
04-14-2026
Job Description:
With a current vacancy at the Nebraska State Penitentiary in Lincoln, NE (a maximum, medium and minimum custody facility), the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is accepting applications for the position of Corrections Lieutenant. The incumbent will model the NDCS values of integrity, respect, compassion, growth, and excellence as we accomplish our mission, "Keep people safe."
Information about NDCS can be found at www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.
DUTIES:
- Responsible for specific shift of a custody force.
- Conduct special investigations; resolve problems between inmates.
- Supervise the performance of all assigned security staff, and indirect supervision of other institutional staff.
- Conduct roll call and handle administrative paperwork.
- Supervise custody activities such as searches, institutional tours, visitor & inmate escort.
- Serve as initial commander in emergency situations.
- Formulates and writes necessary reports involving incidents and activities during assigned shift, i.e. counts, log sheets, incident reports, disciplinary actions, etc.
Requirements/Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Post-high school coursework/training in Criminal Justice or related Behavioral field and three years of progressively responsible corrections experience. Experience or coursework/training in supervision and leadership. Must be able to legally possess firearms and ammunition. No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.
Preferred Qualifications: Two years of supervisory experience. Report writing experience. Experience managing rosters. Experience working for the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services.
Other: Must have a valid driver's license. Must be able to work any shift with weekends and holidays. Successful completion of background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
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.
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Which government employers in Nebraska sponsor H-1B visas?
The University of Nebraska Medical Center and the broader University of Nebraska system are among the most active government-affiliated H-1B sponsors in the state, filing petitions for research, healthcare, and IT roles. Federal agencies with a significant presence in Nebraska, including those tied to the Offutt Air Force Base area and the U.S. Department of Agriculture facilities in Lincoln, also sponsor H-1B workers in qualifying specialty occupations.
Which cities in Nebraska have the most government H-1B sponsorship jobs?
Omaha and Lincoln account for the large majority of government H-1B sponsorship activity in Nebraska. Lincoln concentrates state government agencies, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and federal offices, while Omaha is home to the University of Nebraska Medical Center, federal district offices, and military-affiliated contractors. Outside these two cities, H-1B sponsorship in government roles is considerably less common.
What types of government roles in Nebraska typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Roles that qualify must meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard, meaning they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. In Nebraska's government sector, this commonly includes software developers and IT specialists, biomedical and public health researchers, civil and environmental engineers, and policy analysts with specialized academic backgrounds. General administrative or clerical positions typically do not meet the specialty occupation threshold.
How do I find government H-1B sponsorship jobs in Nebraska?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international candidates seeking H-1B sponsorship and filters government jobs in Nebraska by visa type, making it easier to identify employers with active sponsorship history. Because government H-1B roles in Nebraska are concentrated in Omaha and Lincoln, filtering by those cities on Migrate Mate will surface the most relevant opportunities at universities, federal agencies, and state bodies.
Are there any state-specific considerations for H-1B sponsorship in Nebraska's government sector?
Nebraska's government H-1B market is smaller than coastal states, so the volume of active petitions is more limited. Public universities like the University of Nebraska system are cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning they can file petitions year-round without being subject to the annual H-1B lottery. This is a meaningful distinction for candidates targeting academic or research-affiliated government roles, as cap-exempt employers offer more predictable hiring timelines.
What is the prevailing wage for H-1B government jobs in Nebraska?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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