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 most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to 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 is located in Columbus, Muscogee County, Georgia.

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• Under general supervision, performs a wide range of office administration duties for assigned functions or program areas; duties may be complex in nature and may involve access to confidential information.
• Researches, investigates, and/or resolves 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 and assists with program, administrative, and/or technical tasks and interpretation.
• Researches and resolves detailed program or client issues/questions and prepares documents.
• 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 duties.

• 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; OR one (1) year of experience 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, and Outlook.
• Two years of experience in administrative support or similar duties.

For more information about the Georgia Department of Human Services, visit the official site at:
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 candidate selected for this position 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); DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensure, etc.

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

Due to the volume of applications received, 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.