Employee Wellness and Benefits Contact Information

Employee Wellness and Benefits staff
Employee Name Area of Expertise Phone Email
Paula Fankhauser Benefits Administrator 402-471-2832 paula.fankhauser@nebraska.gov
Mike Wanetka HealthFitness Wellness Coordinator 402-471-4703 mike.wanetka@nebraska.gov
Kris Bourke Benefits Accounting 402-471-4116 kris.bourke@nebraska.gov
Janet Hansen Benefits in general * 402-471-3247 janet.hansen@nebraska.gov
Susie Samuelson Benefits in general * 402-471-3315 susie.samuelson@nebraska.gov
Terri Wilson Benefits in general * 402-471-4107 terri.wilson@nebraska.gov

 

* includes COBRA and Early Retirement questions, Flexible Spending accounts, Wellness

Location

Administrative Services
Employee Wellness and Benefits
301 Centennial Mall South, Lower Level
Lincoln, Nebraska

Mailing address

Administrative Services
Employee Wellness and Benefits
PO Box 94952
Lincoln, Nebraska 68509-4952










This site contains information on coverage available to State employees who are eligible for insurance benefits.*

The State of Nebraska offers comprehensive insurance benefits to permanent *, full-time employees. Part-time employees who work 20 or more hours are also eligible for insurance benefits. Participation in the State's insurance program is voluntary. The State contributes 79% of the health insurance premium, 100% of the basic life insurance coverage, and 100% of the Employee Assistance Program cost (for participating agencies). All other insurance plans are offered to employees at a group rate.

Employees' contributions to the health and dental insurance plans are tax-sheltered under Internal Revenue Code 125. Anyone who participates in the health or dental insurance plans will pay their portion of the premium with before-tax dollars, which are automatically deducted from the employee's paycheck. The State also allows permanent employees to participate in two Flexible Spending Accounts, the Medical Reimbursement Account, and/or the Dependent Care Account.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the Employee Wellness and Benefits staff.

* As a State of Nebraska employee, you will have the opportunity to select from insurance benefits listed for your specific employee-group type.