Clerical Assistant

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Supports the daily operations of an organization by performing general office tasks
• Greets visitors and directs them to the appropriate person according to their needs.
• Answers telephones and gives information to callers, take messages, or transfers calls to appropriate individuals.
• Opens, sorts, and routes incoming mail and correspondence, and prepares outgoing mail.
• Operates office machines, such as photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines, voice mail systems, and personal computers.
• Accurately maintains and organizes office files.
• Delivers messages and run errands.
• Maintains inventory, orders, and distributes supplies.
• Completes tasks or projects assigned by supervisor in a timely manner.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have a

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Upon entering the role, individuals must have or obtain the following requirements:

• Working knowledge of general office functions and clerical procedures.
• Basic computer skills
• Active listening skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Attention to detail and proofreading skills
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to work with sensitive documents and information, and be privy to sensitive agency information without divulging information to internal or external parties
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to provide effective and professional customer service to internal and external parties.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
• 150 hours of paid new parent leave
• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.17 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Carlisle, IN 47838 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Carlisle, IN 47838: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14