Sr. Office Assistant

Job Title

Work requires interaction with clients that may have a mental health, intellectual/developmental disability, and/or substance use diagnosis.

Distinguishing Features

A successful candidate should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Significant knowledge of office or work unit procedures, methods and practices. Significant knowledge of and ability to use correct grammar, vocabulary, spelling and office terminology and ability to proofread. Ability to record, compile, summarize and perform basic analysis or narrative and numerical materials. Ability to use a variety of office equipment and to type with accuracy at the speed required by the position. Ability to use courtesy and tact in performing public contact and communication duties. Ability to independently apply laws, departmental rules and regulations in the performance of assigned duties. Ability to use judgment in coordinating and monitoring office procedures and workflow. Ability to independently compose and format materials within established guidelines. Ability to be resourceful in gathering and giving information. Ability to schedule and coordinate a variety of appointments, meetings and conferences. Ability to supervise or coordinate the work of other staff, students or volunteers. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

Minimum Education and Experience

Graduation from high school or GED and two years of office/clerical work. Drivers License is required. A higher education level may be considered as a substitution for all or part of the experience requirement. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.