Local Office Administrative Assistant

LOCAL OFFICE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTDate: Sep 8, 2022Req ID: 22695Location:Fort Smith, AR, US, 72901Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICESAnticipated Starting Salary: $28,500.00Position Number: 22100662County: SebastianPosting End Date: 09/16/2022Anticipated Starting Salary: $28,500.00DCOHiring Official: Kyla L BlackfordMinimum Qualifications (from OPM Job Specification)The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma; plus three years of experience in a clerical or administrative field. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFCATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALFICIATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.Job SummaryThe Local Office Administrative Assistant works under general supervision and is responsible for performing a wide variety of tasks that are standard or regular support duties within an assigned department or program. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. This position requires computer keyboarding skills, phone system, clear enunciation, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Position assignments are dependant on the needs of the office and are determined by management staff.Special Requirement (Preferred Skills/License/Experience/Travel, Shift Work, etc.)Lifting up to 20 pounds, frequent stooping and bending, ability to sit for extended periods of time, extensive computer work utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, ability to utilize current phone system, clear enunciation, and excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position is governed by FSLA and approved overtime is compensated.The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.Position InformationClass Code: C062CGrade: GS03FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPTSalary Range: $26,034.00 - $37,749.00SummaryThe Local Office Administrative Assistant is responsible for performing a wide variety of tasks that are standard or regular support duties within an assigned department or program. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.FunctionsScreens incoming calls, directs calls, and takes and transmits messages. Greets visitors and provides assistance. Receives, sorts, and distributes various mail and correspondence to appropriate personnel. Prepares external and internal outgoing mail and follows established procedures and postal requirements. Photocopies various documents and ensures appropriate safeguard of such documents related to confidentiality. Performs tasks using standard operating equipment and computer programs to prepare and format forms, correspondence, reports, and other documents. Provides routine data entry, keying in information into designated fields using various databases. Assists in ensuring the proper flow of paperwork exists within an assigned department. Answers written or oral inquiries of a routine nature. May schedule appointments and conference rooms, verify data, provide follow up, and communicate appointment schedule to appropriate parties. Performs other duties as assigned.DimensionsNoneKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of computers and software applications. Knowledge of filing and recordkeeping procedures and statistics. Knowledge of customer service principles. Ability to perform data entry, typing, and word processing. Ability to comprehend and assimilate technical and business related documents. Ability to follow policies and procedures and other applicable regulations.Minimum QualificationsThe formal education equivalent of a high school diploma. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.LicensesNoneThe State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.Nearest Major Market: Fort Smith