What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant - Decatur, Georgia position at Jamison Professional Services Inc?
Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (“Jamison”) is currently seeking a qualified and motivated candidate for the position of Office Assistant
Job Title: Office Assistant | Decatur, Georgia
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:
The objective of this requirement is to provide Temporary Personnel Services for daily employment services in support of the operation of Dekalb County in Georgia. County departments will require the services of temporary personnel to assist with special projects of a time-limited nature, to fill in for staff on vacation or extended leave, and/or to assist during periods of peak activity. Skills test may be administered to access proficiency.
The Office Assistant is responsible for performing various administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, managing files, sorting mail, maintaining office supplies, welcoming visitors, and performing data entry, essentially providing general clerical support to keep the office running smoothly; requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. .
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Tasks include, but are not limited to, additional duties as assigned.
Normal working hours are 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.
During the assignment, temporary personnel shall not work for any period over eight (8) hours per day for a maximum of forty (40) hours per week without prior authorization.
DeKalb County government observes eleven (11) holidays during each calendar year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Whenever a County-observed holiday occurs on Saturday, the previous Friday will be observed. Whenever a County-observed holiday occurs on Sunday, the Monday following will be observed.
PRIMARY PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:
Dekalb County, Decatur, Georgia 30030
This work requires on-site performance and is not eligible for remote work or telework.
TRAVEL: N/A
Clearance Level Required: Must be able to pass a Federal Background check.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education, Experience, Background Check, Physical/Drug Screening
JAMISON CORPORATE OVERVIEW:
Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (Jamison) is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) headquartered in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. We specialize in providing professional management, administrative, healthcare, court reporters and transcriptionist experts, and document/ record and telehealth operational support solutions to U.S. Government, State, and commercial clients. Jamison is a nationwide professional staff augmentation company, that helps commercial clients and government agencies expand their talent acquisition reach by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to be successful.
Jamison offers a wide range of employment opportunities in the commercial and government sectors. We seek employees who share our values of service excellence, integrity, and professionalism.
Jamison affords equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment and/or discrimination. In addition, Jamison adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business.
Jamison's commitment to equal opportunity is applied through every aspect of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, termination, and all other matters of employment.
Applicants may be required to successfully complete an online assessment to determine qualifications for positions requiring specific skills.
All applications must be submitted through our application system at: https://www.jps-online.com/apply-now/
Job Title: Office Assistant | Decatur, Georgia
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:
The objective of this requirement is to provide Temporary Personnel Services for daily employment services in support of the operation of Dekalb County in Georgia. County departments will require the services of temporary personnel to assist with special projects of a time-limited nature, to fill in for staff on vacation or extended leave, and/or to assist during periods of peak activity. Skills test may be administered to access proficiency.
The Office Assistant is responsible for performing various administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, managing files, sorting mail, maintaining office supplies, welcoming visitors, and performing data entry, essentially providing general clerical support to keep the office running smoothly; requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. .
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent, and one year related work experience in providing general clerical, receptionist support in an office setting or government office; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. No licenses or certifications required.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both internally and with clients
- Organization: Strong organizational and time management skills
- Problem-solving: Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving
- Interpersonal skills: The ability to work well with others and be sensitive and understanding
- Computer skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Bilingual a plus (but not a requirement)
Tasks include, but are not limited to, additional duties as assigned.
- Typing ability 45 wpm minimum; type from correspondence (including statistical information copy); greet public, answer phone and supply information; file under alphabetical and numerical systems; sort and compile written materials; use copying equipment as well as other common office equipment and multi-line phone system; takes messages, greets public, and gives general information and directions. This category includes typist, receptionist and file clerk duties.
- Data entry: Inputting information into spreadsheets and databases
- Office supply management: Maintaining inventory of office supplies, ordering new items when needed
- Basic administrative tasks: Copying, scanning, faxing documents
- Meeting coordination: Scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes
- Reception duties: Answering phone calls, greeting visitors, directing them to the appropriate person
- Mail management: Sorting and distributing incoming mail, preparing outgoing mail
- File maintenance: Organizing and updating physical and electronic files
Normal working hours are 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.
During the assignment, temporary personnel shall not work for any period over eight (8) hours per day for a maximum of forty (40) hours per week without prior authorization.
DeKalb County government observes eleven (11) holidays during each calendar year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Whenever a County-observed holiday occurs on Saturday, the previous Friday will be observed. Whenever a County-observed holiday occurs on Sunday, the Monday following will be observed.
PRIMARY PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:
Dekalb County, Decatur, Georgia 30030
This work requires on-site performance and is not eligible for remote work or telework.
TRAVEL: N/A
Clearance Level Required: Must be able to pass a Federal Background check.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Evaluation Will Consist Of: Education, Experience, Background Check, Physical/Drug Screening
JAMISON CORPORATE OVERVIEW:
Jamison Professional Services, Inc. (Jamison) is a Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) headquartered in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. We specialize in providing professional management, administrative, healthcare, court reporters and transcriptionist experts, and document/ record and telehealth operational support solutions to U.S. Government, State, and commercial clients. Jamison is a nationwide professional staff augmentation company, that helps commercial clients and government agencies expand their talent acquisition reach by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to be successful.
Jamison offers a wide range of employment opportunities in the commercial and government sectors. We seek employees who share our values of service excellence, integrity, and professionalism.
Jamison affords equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Our employees, as well as applicants and others with whom we do business, will not be subjected to sexual, racial, religious, ethnic, or any other form of unlawful harassment and/or discrimination. In addition, Jamison adheres to the equal employment opportunity requirements of all states and localities in which it does business.
Jamison's commitment to equal opportunity is applied through every aspect of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, placement, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, termination, and all other matters of employment.
Applicants may be required to successfully complete an online assessment to determine qualifications for positions requiring specific skills.
All applications must be submitted through our application system at: https://www.jps-online.com/apply-now/
