This position is located in the Department of Behavioral Health, Saint Elizabeths Hospital. Serves as Program Assistant providing a variety of clerical and administrative support. Assist the Hospital Payroll Liaison, performing a variety of clerical and administrative duties to assist in ensuring employee’s time is appropriately entered into the E-Time system and employees are paid accurately. Reviews and reconciles leave issues and makes necessary corrections. Researches rules, regulations, procedures, records, files, etc to secure full and factual information; coordinates processing of corrections; provides notifications to staff regarding “no time reported” and assists in typing and preparing training materials and gathering background information. Receives calls and visitors to the office and responds to inquiries regarding routine office matters. Maintains office files.
QualificationsIn addition to meeting the basic requirement, this position requires one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
Licensures, Certifications And Other RequirementsNone
Education
Minimum Education Requirement
Must possess a high school diploma or a certificate of equivalency (GED)
Work Experience
Experience Applying General Knowledge Of Payroll And Timekeeping Functions.Work Environment
Work is performed in a controlled environment and involves some exposure to moderate risk of accidents and requires following basic safety precautions.
Area of Consideration: Open to District Residents and District High School Graduates Only
Tour of Duty: Monday thru Friday
8:15 am – 4:45 pm
Duration of appointment: Permanent
THIS POSITION IS NOT IN THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT.
THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK.
Position Designation: This position is deemed as “Security Sensitive” pursuant to Section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying safety sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests:

• Criminal background check;
• Traffic record check (as applicable);
• Consumer credit check (as applicable);
• Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test;
• Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test

The Government of the District of Columbia values the safety of our employees, our residents, and our visitors. In support of these values, if you are selected for this job you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, which includes all eligible booster shots, except when vaccination is not medically advised or violates your sincerely held religious beliefs in violation of EEO laws. If you are invited to join our team you must submit proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to your initial HR representative, or you must request an exemption from your representative.
RESIDENCY PREFERENCE AMENDMENT ACT OF 1988A person applying for a position in the Career Service, Educational Service, Management Supervisory Service, a line attorney position in the Legal Service (series 905), or an attorney position in the Excepted Service (series 905) who is a bona fide District resident AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION for the position may be awarded a 10-point residency preference over non-District applicants, unless the person declines the preference points. If selected, the person shall be required to present proof of bona fide District residency and maintain such residency for 7 consecutive years from the effective date of the appointment. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the 7-year period will result in forfeiture of employment.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.