Clerical Specialist II - Human Services

Blue Earth County•Mankato, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Human Services Supervisor – Financial Assistance, this position supports the mission of the Blue Earth County Human Services Department by delivering effective and efficient administrative support services that assist individuals and families in accessing essential programs and services. The Clerical Specialist II – Human Services provides a variety of office and administrative support functions for Human Services programs, including financial assistance and child support, while delivering excellent customer service to internal and external customers.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
A minimum of three (3) years of general clerical or administrative support experience
A minimum of one (1) year direct administrative experience in a County Human Services Department

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in human services, social work, business administration, or a related field.
A minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a medical, social services, or county office setting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar office software applications.
Proficient in understanding and speaking languages other than English, such as Spanish, Somali, Chinese, Sudanese, and Arabic, among others.

Responsibilities

Follows established opening and closing procedures for the front desk and reception areas.
Greets, screens, and directs callers and visitors to appropriate staff, units, or community resources.
Coordinates interpreter services as needed.
Performs records management and maintenance functions, including processing and distributing documents through the Electronic Document Management System (EDMS), maintaining accurate customer and case records, and complying with state and federal records retention requirements.
Provides administrative support to program staff, including opening, sorting, and distributing incoming mail, faxes, and other communications.
Maintains office, program, and reception supplies, forms, and informational materials.
Operates department-specific software systems and general office equipment.
Troubleshoots routine equipment issues and coordinates with Information Technology (IT) staff as appropriate.
Participates in quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
Maintains a safe, secure, and functional environment for staff and visitors, including monitoring visitor logs and limiting facility access to authorized individuals.
Responds to customer concerns and complaints and refers matters to supervisory staff as appropriate.
Receives and forwards requests for data in compliance with Minnesota Government Data Practices requirements and Release of Information procedures.
Opens and issues Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards in accordance with program procedures.
Promotes a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace.
Engages positively with both internal and external customers.
Communicates and interacts effectively and respectfully with colleagues, supervisors, representatives from other organizations, and the public.
Performs the physical and mental demands of the position.
Attends work during regularly scheduled hours.
Participates in professional staff development.
Participates in training and education opportunities to maintain and improve proficiency.
Attends and participates in professional organizations.
Associates with employees and departments from other counties and states for collaboration.
Performs other related functions as apparent or assigned.