Administrative Officer I - Operation Manager

Johnston County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

The Johnston County DSS mission is to serve, aid and protect needy and vulnerable children and adults in ways that strengthen and preserve families. We provide human services programs that are intended to promote the health, well-being, self-sufficiency and protection of families, children and adults within our community.

Johnston County Department of Social Services has an immediate opening for an Administrative Officer I - Operation Manager. The Operations Manager is a new position to the agency, due to the agency's restructuring growth. This position will assist with improving the overall functions of the agency, which includes but is not limited to, supervising the Mailroom & Housekeeping Departments, scanning projects, agency’s fleet cars and other general managerial functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Operations Manager will be responsible for the organization and reorganization of the agency.

• This employee will develop, implement and maintain records retention and destruction program, to ensure the highest standards of data integrity and compliance with Federal and State mandates.

• This position will provide a variety of administrative support to assist with the overall functioning of the agency.

• Will collaborate with all divisions within the agency as well as other Johnston County Departments and outside vendors.

• This positon will also serve as the primary person responsible for the coordination of agency staff move to the new DSS building.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills & abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of public & business administration
• Considerable knowledge of modern office procedures, practices & equipment
• Considerable knowledge of the organization and structure of state & local government agencies
• Considerable knowledge of budgeting, procurement, and operational practices & procedures
• Ability to select, train & supervise employees engaged in business operations
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, County & State officials, and the general public.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and workgroups to implement leadership's vision and strategic plan

Desired Education and Experience

Graduation from a four-year college or university and one year of experience in personnel, budgeting, research or administrative management; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preference will be given to those with prior experience in planning and managing a business or governmental program.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• If the position requires a degree, you will be required to furnish original transcripts within 30 days of hire date.
• We may require a background check that may include criminal, motor vehicle, sexual offender registry, pre-employment drug screening or others based on job requirements.
• Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment.

Johnston County provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program.

Employees are offered a diverse selection of benefits including medical (no-cost for the employee plan), dental, life, and supplemental benefit coverages. Employees can also take advantage of our on-site wellness clinic and virtual telehealth program, both at no-cost!

Additional benefits include participation in the NC Retirement System, a 401(k) match option, generous paid leave and holiday schedule, tuition reimbursement, and more! To learn more, visit www.myjcbenefits.com

• This description applies to benefits eligible positions.