Administrative Assistant 2

State of Montana • Missoula, MT

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child & Family Services. 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. 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. DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Skill in researching.
• 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.
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED