Clerical/Admin - Administrative Assistant

Agency Office of State Human Resources Division Temporary Solutions Job Classification Title Administrative Specialist I (S) Position Number About Us To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset - OUR EMPLOYEES. Description of Work Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit . Visit for employment information. Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time. Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. This temporary position is located at 114 W Edenton St - Wake County. This position is assigned to the Department of Justice. Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $17.90 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application). Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. Management Preferences The primary purpose of this position is to provide legal secretarial, administrative, and other support to the Tort Claims Section attorneys. The employee will oversee closing and achieving closed case files. This includes scanning documents into the achieving system, properly denoting their status in case management and database system, and overseeing the ultimate disposition of the physical file. The employee will screening and routing materials; Filing and retrieving information and documents; Providing telephone and reception services; Typing and proofreading; Composing legal documents and correspondence; Opening and closing of claims and actions; Receiving and processing bills; Responding to inquiries from the general public, claimants, private attorneys and State agencies; Preparing records and reports, scheduling travel, depositions and meetings; Making arrangements for court reporters and room reservations; Tracking cases. The attorney-client privilege must be maintained at all times. The employee is the key player in keeping the office up to date on Division requisition policies and procedures. This employee will provide back up for other support staff in the section as necessary and will handle miscellaneous tasks as may be assigned by a supervisor or the Section Head. Minimum Education and Experience High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related administrative experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. EEO Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr