Johnson County Mental Health is looking for qualified candidates to fill the position of Executive Assistant. The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative support to the Mental Health Directorand should have ability to think under pressure, display good judgement and is often trusted with complex duties and sensitive information. This position will report directly to Mental Health Director. The schedule is Monday – Friday, 8am - 5pm, with some evenings required to attend board meetings. The executive assistant duties include managing the Director’s daily calendar, including scheduling meetings, editing e-mails, drafting memos, and preparing communications on the director’s behalf. Application review will begin on April 28, 2023. Other responsibilities include:

• Performs several administrative functions, including tasks to support the department’s Cabinet, Executive Leadership Team, and its Advisory Board. Including taking minutes, maintaining databases, and producing reports or presentations as needed.
• Assist in managing the Director’s work tasks by prioritizing the most sensitive matters including emails and phone calls, gathering documents to prepare for meetings and coordinating travel arrangements.
• Ensure a smooth-running office, working independently without much supervision or direction both on a one-to-one basis with the Executive Leadership Team, but also on a wider basis with internal and external partners.

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of administrative support experience are required.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Human Services related field is preferred.

Experience can substitute for education. Education can substitute for experience.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:
All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.