BENEFITS: Highmark BC/BS, Vision, Delta Dental and Life Insurance. (First of the month following sixty (60) calendar days) County Retirement Plan. Aflac, optional. Paid time off -- Holiday from start. Vacation, Sick, Personal (after completion of six (6) month Initial Employment Period)

　　OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF JOB: To manage the office, work assignments and daily operation of the clerical and administrative duties of the office in order to ensure quality and efficient operation of the department.

　　QUALIFICATIONS:

　　EDUCATION/TRAINING:  High school diploma or equivalent, plus Associate degree in business, including computer, math, accounting training or related field.

　　WORK EXPERIENCE:  3 years working experience in business setting, preferably in County government or human services agency; some supervisor experience preferred. Or any equivalent combination of acceptable education and/or experience.

　　ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

　　Assigns clerical work and supervises staff to assure work requirements are carried out with efficiency and accuracy.Performs performance evaluations on subordinates and handles employee-related problems and other personnel matters.Assists with interviewing applicants for open positions and trains newly hired employees.Operates computer and maintains files, records and lists required by department.Assists supervisor with preliminary budget preparations and prepares required reports.Opens, reviews and distributes mail; composes and answers routine correspondence.Types correspondence and prepares other administrative documents as necessary.Interacts with other County departments, agencies and general public regarding daily work of department.Assists in developing office policies and procedures, and pertinent computer programs and/or reports.Orders office supplies.  Processes purchase orders, payments or receipts as requiredAnswers telephone inquiries concerning operation of the department.Maintains financial records and reconciles accounts as required.Assists in matters relating to Grant Administration.

　　WORKING CONDITIONS:

　　Works indoors in adequate work space, temperatures, ventilation and lighting.Works with average indoor exposure to noise and stress, but subject to frequent disruptions.Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.Summer work requires occasional weekend hours.

　　PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

　　Must be able to sit, stand and walk intermittently throughout the workday with occasional twisting, bending, carrying, pulling, reaching and grasping necessary to carry out duties of job.Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hand, feet/legs, and torso necessary to carry out duties of job.Sedentary work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of twenty-five pounds.Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.Must be able to move frequently throughout the workday.Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

　　Must be able to speak and understand the English language and to follow oral and written instructions.Must possess effective oral and written communication skills.Must possess initiative and problem-solving skills.Must possess ability to function independently, have flexibility and personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with clients, co-workers and others.Must possess ability to maintain confidentiality in regard to client and department information and records Must possess the technical knowledge of operating personal computers and other office equipment.Must possess the ability to make independent decisions whe circumstances warrant such action.Must possess a thorough knowledge of office practices, procedures and methods and techniques used in recordkeeping and office systems.Must possess some knowledge of County and department functions, policies and procedures.Must possess ability to supervise staff and deal effectively with staff, government officials, clients and others.Must possess knowledge and ability to perform math calculations and other general clerical practices and to complete required reports.Must possess excellent English grammar, spelling and ability to prepare accurate correspondence.Must possess the ability to interview applicants, handle other personnel issues within the department.

　　AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER