Administrative Officer 1 (Local Government) - Luzerne County C&Y

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Luzerne County, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Luzerne County Children & Youth Services is seeking an adaptable and diligent Administrative Officer 1 to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to sharpen administrative and program management skills in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork, while supporting vital services that help children and their families thrive. The position involves managing a wide range of administrative duties to ensure effective daily operations, providing opportunities to build experience in planning, coordination, and communication, and offering essential support for staff, agency leadership, and the community.

Requirements

• Two years of experience in varied office management or staff work; and a bachelor's degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Luzerne County.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central point of contact for employees to help address operational issues and learn about opportunities, programs, and events.
• Establish excellent relationships with community partners and outside agencies.
• Attend agency, provider, and public meetings to gather information and share input when assigned.
• Help the agency Administrator review, update, develop, and implement agency procedures, policies, and plans.
• Maintain logs, documentation, and compliance materials for audits, reporting, and budget development needs.
• Provide administrative support and collaborate with management and staff to ensure public and agency needs are addressed by key programs including Limited English Proficiency, Continuity of Operations Plan, and the Safety Committee Advisory Board.
• Help prepare agendas for Children and Youth Advisory Board meetings, maintain meeting and Board member records, and provide administrative support for Board activities and policies.

What This Job Offers

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