Office Support Specialist I

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Northampton, MA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is excited to offer this excellent opportunity to a motivated and talented individual for the Office Support Specialist I position. This position will support Commonwealth Community Services (CCS) which provides residential, clinical and health related services to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The Office Support Specialist I will provide administrative support to the Director of the Commonwealth Community Services, Assistant Director, Program Managers and the Residential Supervisors for the five programs within CCS (Berkshire Service Group, Commonwealth Program, Hampden County Program, Pioneer Valley Homes, and Southwest Valley Community Homes).

Requirements

• At least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in administrative work experience or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below:
• I. An Associate's or higher degree with a major in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for the required experience.
• II. An Associate's or higher degree with a major other than in business administration, business management or public administration may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
• Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
• Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates standard office machines and equipment.
• Schedules staff for all trainings, complete all functions related to the scheduling (reserves space, ensures equipment is operational, maintains documentation for employee attendance, etc.)
• Assists with training new employees upon hire.
• Provides administrative assistance to all CCS management team and clinical teams.
• Provides administrative support to the Office Support Specialist II.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits
• outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package
• work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree