Administrative Assistant

Overview

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protection of Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, training opportunities, retirement plans (employee retirement, 401(k) plan and 457 plan), 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, employee discount programs, and telework opportunities depending upon the position.

Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Aging Services (DAS) - Adult Protective Services (APS) is seeking candidates for the position of Administrative Assistant
2. This position will be located in either Cleveland, White County or Watkinsville, Oconee County, supporting eight Adult Protective Services staff members. Travel is expected between the two offices.

Join our team!

Pay Grade: G

Under general supervision, performs a wide range of office administration duties for assigned functions or program areas. Duties may be complex and involve access to confidential information. May research, investigate, and/or resolve program data or issues. Drafts documentation, reports, or presentations. Represents the program or unit and provides information and assistance to internal and external customers.

• Provides administrative support to the assigned area.
• Provides assistance and problem resolution to claimants, employers, staff, other agencies, and/or the general public.
• Provides program, administrative, and/or technical assistance and interpretation.
• Researches and resolves detailed program or client issues/questions and prepares documents.
• Provides program, administrative, and/or technical assistance to customers and staff.
• Researches and/or resolves program or client issues or questions.
• May represent the manager in various matters.
• Supports routine administrative functions for the agency/office, such as travel expenses, car rentals, leases, vendors, contracts, telecommunications, building security, purchasing, billing/credit, inventory, property control, personnel, payroll, and related tasks.

• Ability to work independently with limited direction.
• Ability to take instruction and work cooperatively.
• Ability to identify tasks needing completion.
• Interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of job-related experience.

• One (1) year of experience required at the lower level Admin Assistant 1 (GST
  050) or position equivalent.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license and consistent access to a vehicle for required work-related activities.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Two years of experience in administrative support or similar duties.

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department of Human Services, visit: dhs.georgia.gov

Current state employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) rules regarding salary. DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hr helpline.gov.

The selected candidate may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference checks, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.

DHS accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) and will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensure, etc.

As a DHS employee, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required to assist in meeting emergency responsibilities of the department.

Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.

This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.