Administrative Aide

State of Oklahoma • Oklahoma City, OK

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, serves as principal staff assistant to a Commissioner of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission (“Commission”). Coordinates the daily activities of a Commissioner’s office, including but not limited to, development, prioritizing, assignment or performance of investigative or research work, and response to inquiries concerning a Commission ruling or various complaints, which fall within the Commissioner’s jurisdiction. Provides information to the general public and collects their comments or reactions to current or pending Commission rulings; acts as the Commissioner’s representative at public meetings or to the news media, assisting them in the understanding of processes, rationale, and/or implications of Commission decisions. Assists the Commissioner in maintaining contact and coordinating various activities with other State agencies, the Legislature, or other official groups. Serves as liaison to the various Commission Divisions or Departments, keeping the Commissioner appraised of activities of a special or continuing interest, staffing, and special situations, which may require administrative action. Represents the Commissioner on various agency task forces, committees, or work groups assigned to administer or develop policies, procedures, or projects. Researches Commission records and other resources in order to provide relevant information regarding issues before the Commission, provides analysis and interpretation of evidence or proposals before the Commission, and analyzes or explores alternatives, and drafts decision documents.

Requirements

• Completion of the curriculum requirements for a Baccalaureate degree in business or public administration, political science, or related fields, and two (2) years’ experience in public relations or another public-oriented position.
• Considerable knowledge of effective research techniques, statutes, rules, and regulations, which govern the activities of the Commission; of modern public administration principles and practices; and of the legislative process.
• Considerable skills with analyzing problems and adopting an appropriate course of action; communicating research findings both orally and written; establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with others; and effectively presenting Commission determinations or rulings in a clear and concise manner at public meetings.
• Some positions will require that applicants be willing and able to perform all job-related travel.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the daily activities of a Commissioner’s office, including but not limited to, development, prioritizing, assignment or performance of investigative or research work, and response to inquiries concerning a Commission ruling or various complaints, which fall within the Commissioner’s jurisdiction.
• Provides information to the general public and collects their comments or reactions to current or pending Commission rulings; acts as the Commissioner’s representative at public meetings or to the news media, assisting them in the understanding of processes, rationale, and/or implications of Commission decisions.
• Assists the Commissioner in maintaining contact and coordinating various activities with other State agencies, the Legislature, or other official groups.
• Serves as liaison to the various Commission Divisions or Departments, keeping the Commissioner appraised of activities of a special or continuing interest, staffing, and special situations, which may require administrative action.
• Represents the Commissioner on various agency task forces, committees, or work groups assigned to administer or develop policies, procedures, or projects.
• Researches Commission records and other resources in order to provide relevant information regarding issues before the Commission, provides analysis and interpretation of evidence or proposals before the Commission, and analyzes or explores alternatives, and drafts decision documents.

Benefits

• 15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service.
• 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service.
• 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service.
• 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.
• Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year.
• A comprehensive health insurance package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and flexible medical spending account.
• A generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Retirement plans: Defined Contribution Plan or Deferred Compensation Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level