Administrative Assistant 1

Family and Children Services, Division of•Savannah, GA

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS), is seeking an Administrative Assistant 1 in Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia. Under direct supervision, the position performs a wide range of office administration duties for assigned functions or program areas. Duties may be complex and may involve access to confidential information. The employee may research, investigate, or resolve program data or issues; draft documentation, reports, or presentations; and represent the program or unit by providing information and assistance to internal and external customers. The position manages assigned administrative and operational functions for the county, performs county accounting duties, serves as the county Purchasing Officer and Security Manager, and prepares county reports and correspondence. The position may be subject to pre-employment screening and verification. In an identified emergency, the employee may be required to assist with the department’s emergency responsibilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of job-related experience.

Responsibilities

Manage assigned administrative and operational functions for the county.
Perform accounting duties for the county.
Serve as Purchasing Officer for the county.
Prepare reports and correspondence for the county.
Serve as Security Manager.
Research, investigate, and/or resolve program data or issues.
Draft documentation, reports, or presentations.
Represent the program or unit and provide information and assistance to internal and external customers.