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Administrative Assistant Jobs in Lawrenceville, USA at Georgia Department of Human Services
Position: Administrative Assistant 1 – 00022174
Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia’s most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self‑sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia’s vulnerable children and adults.
What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short‑term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.
Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of Administrative Assistant 1.
This position is located in Ocilla, Irwin County, Georgia.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Provide general secretarial, clerical and administrative support to assigned area.
- Provide program, administrative, and/or technical assistance to customers and staff.
- Support routine administrative functions for the agency/office, such as travel expenses, car rentals, leases, vendors, contracts, telecommunications, building security, purchasing, billing/credit, inventory, property control, personnel, payroll, etc.
- Complete routine and special reports for county leadership.
- Track county data including staff compliance with training, equipment and supplies purchases and leases.
- Respond to requests from Regional Director’s office for data and information.
- Organize and schedule meetings for internal and external customers.
- Provide assistance and problem resolution to claimants, employers, staff, other agencies, and/or the general public.
- Research and resolve detailed program or client issues/questions.
- Prepare documents; may enter data and/or process documents and records.
- Research and/or resolve program or client issues or questions.
- May represent the manager in various matters.
- Receive additional training, as required, to gain full proficiency and experience in all areas.
- Operate standard office equipment as required to carry out duties.
- Perform other professional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of job‑related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word.
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.
DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hr helpline.gov.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre‑employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.
DHS accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the U.S. Department of Education (DOE).
As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e‑mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
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Title: Administrative Assistant
Company: Georgia Department of Human Services
Location: Lawrenceville, USA
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