Job Title: Administrative Secretary 1 - Communications
Requisition #: 702001-061724
Primary Location: Ohio-Franklin County-Columbus
Work Location: 855 W. Mound Street, 43223
Bargaining/Non-Bargaining: Non-Bargaining
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, hours based on agency need
Minimum Starting Salary: $19.87/hour
Number of Openings: 1
Posting Start Date: 06/17/2024
Posting Close Date: 06/27/2024 at end of business/5:00pm EST*

How to Apply:

Email your updated resume to fccshr@fccs.us.
*Submissions received after the Posting Close Date will not be considered.

Who We Are:

Franklin County Children Services (FCCS) is a large, metropolitan child welfare agency with more than 300 caseworkers and 400 support staff members dedicated to child protection and family stability. FCCS believes in investing our time and resources to attract and hire an engaged, talented, and diverse workforce that is committed to protecting children by strengthening families.

What You Will Do – Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
FCCS is hiring for an Administrative Secretary 1 reporting to our Director of Communications, and supporting our Public Information/Communications Division. This position will provide strong clerical and administrative support including calendar coordination, answering phones, coordinating conferences and community appointments as well as preparing meeting and event materials, among other duties.

• Schedules meetings, conferences and community appointments and materials for each; answers phone and directs calls for the Communications Division
• Responsible for handling routine administrative tasks
• Takes media inquiries and maintains media record including handling of sensitive high-risk calls and directs them to proper staff
• Proofreads materials (i.e., brochures, certificates, ads, reports, awards, invitations, etc.) for the division, Executive Director, and other agency personnel
• Provides administrative support for agency initiatives, campaigns, and committees

What We Offer You:

• Hiring Bonus up to $1,500
• Quality benefits including low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Sick and Personal leave accruals along with 11 paid holidays
• Retirement Pension through the Ohio Public employment Retirement System
• 457(b) retirement savings plan through Ohio Deferred Compensation
• No Cost Life Insurance Coverage up to $50,000
• Tuition Reimbursement
• EAP Program
• Additional Raisesover the next three years (based on continuous service)
• Personal and Financial Wellness opportunities through the Franklin County ThriveOn Program
• A true hybrid work environment
• More!

What will make you successful in this role:

• Strong clerical and administrative skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills along with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Being customer-service oriented with strong multi-tasking skills
• Excellent computer skills with competency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher

What you bring to the role:

• At least 8 months of Administrative Secretary 1 experience
• OR 4 months of Administrative Secretary 2 experience
• OR performing like duties in the private sector or other governmental office
• OR completion of coursework to qualify for a diploma in secretarial technology or associate degree plus 4 months of relevant experience

What we hope you bring to the role:

• A high school diploma plus business school/college coursework
• 4 years of clerical experience with demonstrated success working in an environment that requires multi-tasking
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat, MS SharePoint, SACWIS, and internet research

Certifications or Licensure:

• A valid Ohio Driver’s License along with the ability to occasionally travel out of state

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. Franklin County Children Services is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Job-specific Physical Requirements:

• Occasional listing and moving of objects weighing 10-15 pounds
• Occasional pushing, pulling, kneeling, reaching, and standing

What is the Work Environment Like?

• Typical hybrid office environment with eligibility to work remotely

To learn more about FCCS, please visit our careers page.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.37 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Clerical: 4 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbus, OH 43213 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbus, OH 43213: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbus, OH 43213