General Office Assistant 5-E7 (Plainwell Operations Service Center)Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4501544) ApplyGeneral Office Assistant 5-E7 (Plainwell Operations Service Center)Salary$18.82 - $26.64 HourlyLocation Plainwell, MIJob TypePermanent Full TimeJob Number7501-24-FOD-010DepartmentNatural ResourcesOpening Date05/09/2024Closing Date5/16/2024 11:59 PM EasternBargaining UnitUNITED AUTO WORKERS (UAW)
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Job DescriptionThis position functions as a front-line customer service person for the Plainwell Customer Service Center. The employee must be able to determine customer needs and decide the appropriate action to be taken to meet and exceed those needs. The employee must be able to retrieve information from the DNR website, regulation summaries and handbooks then effectively communicate that information to our customers. The General Office Assistant (GOA) operates the front desk multiline telephone, receives public, and understands and disseminates information to the public regarding DNR rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. This position sells hunting and fishing licenses, special hunt applications, recreation passports, snowmobile and off-road vehicle permits and fuel wood permits. This position also maintains, orders, and displays brochures, posters, and regulation summaries and handbooks; maintains a customer log; processes incoming and outgoing United States and State of Michigan ID mail and packages; and performs other incidental support duties as assigned. This position must convey a courteous, helpful, and professional image at all times.Position Description (https://mcsc.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/GOA%20PLAINWELL%20PD.pdf) Required Education and ExperienceEducationEducational level typically acquired through completion of high school.ExperienceGeneral Office Assistant 5No specific type or amount of experience is required.General Office Assistant 6One year of administrative support experience.General Office Assistant E7Two years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to the intermediate level.Additional Requirements and InformationPlease attach a cover letter and resume to your application. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.If applicable, you must attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.View the job specification at:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/GeneralOfficeAssistant126927.pdfState employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available atwww.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans.Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development:To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/2401 GNOFAST - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school?
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GNOFAST - Please select your level of experience.
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One to two years of administrative support experience.
Two to three years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to the intermediate level.
At least three years of administrative support experience, including two years equivalent to the intermediate level or one year equivalent to the experienced level.
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How many years of experience do you possess providing direct face to face customer service as a part of your regular job duties? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
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How many years of experience do you possess working in a position that requires the ability to multi-task and continually re-prioritize your job assignments during each workday? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
5 or more years
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How many years of experience do you possess working with Microsoft Office? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
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Do you possess experience in the following administrative support and/or customer service tasks? Please select all that apply (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
Sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing mail
Ordering supplies
Experience using a multi-line telephone – 6 months or more
Cash handling experience, retail sales, cashier, etc. – 6 months or more
Making bank deposits
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How many years of experience do you possess using the computer regularly as a part of your job? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials to allow for accurate screening. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
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How many years of experience do you possess working with a diverse, sometimes difficult, or vulnerable client/customer base? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials to allow for accurate screening. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
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Select the number of years of experience you possess in inputting and retrieving information in a computerized data base system? (If you possess this experience, you must document it in your application materials. Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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Less than 1 year
1 to 3 years
3 to 5 years
5 or more years
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Do you possess work or educational experience in natural resources and/or environmental issues and activities?
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VETMIL - Did you serve in the military? If yes, please attach a copy of your separation/discharge papers. It is suggested that you do not include the following types of information in your uploaded documents: Social Security Number (SSN) or other personal or sensitive information you do not wish be made visible to recruiters. If you answered YES to the above question, please make sure you provide a detailed description of your military experience when completing the Work Experience portion of your application, including rank and specific job duties that would be considered relevant to the position to which you are applying.
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Did you attach a cover letter and resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.)
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QOL - How did you hear about this job?
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Family or Friend
College Career Fair
State of Michigan Career Fair
Summer Youth Employment Participant
Civil Service Vacancy Site
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Do you currently work for the Department of Natural Resources?
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