ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 1

Arizona Department of Administration•Tucson, AZ

10h•$17•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Economic Security (DES) is seeking an Administrative Assistant 1 to join the Disability Determination Services Administration (DDSA). This role performs a full range of professional administrative duties and is an in-office position. DES is committed to strengthening individuals, families, and communities for a better quality of life and is looking for individuals who are committed to service, community, and teamwork.

Requirements

Basic knowledge of computers and programs
Fundamental administrative support activities
Performance and productivity standards
Developing, coordinating and providing technical assistance to staff
Developing, facilitating and coordinating the work of staff
Utilizing verbal and written communications
Analyze and resolve routine problems
Establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships
Use automated systems to enter and retrieve information
At least one year of clerical experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct case development activities which requires analysis and judgment
Schedule consultative examinations (CE) including pre and post follow-up phone calls and development assembly
Train and/or mentor new or less experienced support staff
Work with the Office of Disability Adjudicative Review (ODAR) within the Social Security Administration to schedule and order CE's requested by various Administrative Law Judges
Respond to inquiries from claimants, vendors and other sources regarding status of claim or for transportation
Contacts claimants, doctors, hospitals and other sources as needed

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child.
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Stipend Opportunities
Infant at Work Program
Rideshare and Public Transit Subsidy
Career Advancement & Employee Development Opportunities