Administrative Assistant 2

State of Montana • CA

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About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child and Family Services Division. This position is responsible for providing clerical and administrative support services to Child and Family Services social workers regarding foster care, investigative and licensing functions. Responsibilities include: 1) Typing correspondence, forms, and other miscellaneous documents; 2) Maintaining and updating Foster Care and other child related records; 3) Assisting staff with maintaining demographic information. Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar
• Skill in researching
• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others
• Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including using spreadsheet, word processing, database, email, internet and other computer programs
• High school diploma or its equivalent
• Two years of job-related work experience in administrative support, receptionist or other related areas

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the social services systems related to child protection issues

Responsibilities

• Typing correspondence, forms, and other miscellaneous documents
• Maintaining and updating Foster Care and other child related records
• Assisting staff with maintaining demographic information

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Sick leave
• Holidays
• Work/life balance
• Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Wide range of advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees