What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Support Specialist position at Lorain County Public Health?
DESCRIPTION: Lorain County Public Health seeks to hire a full-time Administrative Support in the Administrative Services Division with a typical workday of Monday – Friday, 8:00 to 4:30 pm with evenings and weekends as needed.
FUNCTION
Under general supervision of the Supervisor, assist the public; process financial or fee statements, calculations, and balance functions; organize electronic and paper data and files; control inventory; answer telephone system; perform data entry and typing in a variety of programs, create spreadsheets and update databases. Perform other related duties as required or upon directive in an emergency.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates may upload their resume and a letter of interest at: https://loraincountyhealth.bamboohr.com/careers.
JOB DUTIES
1. Give courteous, prompt attention to persons seeking assistance in the agency; answer questions and provide information.
2. Collect monies and issue receipts; may certify the accuracy of documents by notarizing.
3. Process monies, billings, etc.; use a calculator to figure computation and/or daily balances; verify the accuracy of the total; prepare concise and meaningful reports.
4. Answer agency telephone system and greet/direct the public; provide excellent customer service.
5. Manage and update databases and spreadsheets.
6. Sort items alphabetically, numerically, or by subject matter; maintain updated records and complete routine forms.
7. Open, read, and sort mail and distribute to various divisions or persons.
8. Communicate information both in writing and verbally in a clear and concise manner with staff and the public.
9. Perform precise administrative support duties requiring some independent judgment; process data and specific statistical information for reports and special applications. Work collaboratively on team projects as necessary.
10. Other duties as assigned
MAJOR WORK CHARACTERISTICS
Detail-oriented; proficient keyboard skills; work comfortably with Microsoft Office and Google Suite; communicate effectively in writing and verbally (bilingual in Spanish is helpful); remain calm and flexible in a fast-paced environment; work collaboratively with team and agency departments
WORKING CONDITIONS
General office environment. Often noisy. Able to move chairs, car seats, and supplies as needed.
REQUIRED
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. Prior office experience preferred.
COMPENSATION: $16.07-$20.51/hour plus excellent benefits package, which includes medical, vision, dental, and life insurance plus paid vacation, personal leave, holidays, and sick leave.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates may upload their resume and a letter of interest at: https://loraincountyhealth.bamboohr.com/careers.
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.07 - $20.51 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $21