What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant position at Macomb County (Michigan)?
CLASSIFICATION TITLE :
Office Assistant
SALARY :
36,126.03 - $46,726.00
DEPARTMENT : Prosecuting Attorney
Opening Date : 02 / 28 / 2025
Closing Date :
03 / 07 / 2025 12 : 00 a.m.
FLSA STATUS : Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement or Human Resources and Labor Relations Policy
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP : Just cause subject to probationary period
GENERAL SUMMARY :
Performs routine to moderately difficult clerical duties according to established policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
Performs clerical duties according to established policies and procedures.
Records or posts information in journals, files and / or other departmental records.
Verifies the accuracy of information and prepares forms, records, requests for funds and other documents.
Types and / or prepares vouchers, forms, memos, letters, records and other correspondence according to established policies and procedures.
Performs calculations and compiles information for and prepares various documents and reports.
Opens, sorts, tallies and records payments and other documents received.
Enters information on records and forms.
Compiles and maintains departmental files.
Distributes notices, forms and other documents.
Makes duplicate copies of reports and / or information and routes to proper persons, departments and / or files.
Receives incoming telephone calls and e-mails; provides assistance by answering questions and inquiries appropriate to skill level; relays messages to appropriate individuals or departments.
Operates standard office equipment such as personal computers, facsimile machines, copiers, scanners, calculators and adding machines.
Performs related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Required Education and Experience
- High School diploma or GED equivalent
Required Licenses or Certifications
Preferred Education and Experience
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES :
Knowledge of :
Skill in :
Ability to :
WORK ENVIRONMENT / CONDITIONS :
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
N / S =Never / Seldom O =Occasionally F / C = Frequently / Continuously
Work Environment
Office or similar indoor environment : F / C
Outdoor environment : N / S
Street environment (near moving traffic) : N / S
Construction site : N / S
Confined space : N / S
Exposures
Individuals who are hostile or irate : O
Individuals with known violent backgrounds : N / S
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) : N / S
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) : N / S
Communicable diseases : N / S
Moving mechanical parts : N / S
Fumes or airborne particles : N / S
Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste : N / S
Loud noises (85 decibels) : N / S
Blood Borne Pathogens : N / S
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
N / S =Never / Seldom O =Occasionally F / C = Frequently / Continuously
Demand :
Balancing on even or uneven surfaces / ground : N / S
Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist) : N / S
Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms : N / S
Crawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces : N / S
Digging : N / S
Driving on sealed and unsealed roads : O
Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands : O
Kneeling to work at low levels : O
Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing) : F / C
Lift / Carry / Move objects from one level / position to another up to 10 pounds : F / C
Push / Pull objects away from or towards the body : N / S
Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended) : O
Sitting in a seated position during the task performance : F / C
Standing in an upright position without movement : O
Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces : O
Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces : N / S
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS
Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State's Emergency Management Act and the County's Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.
The American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME LOCAL 411) bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.
Salary : $36,126 - $46,726