Administrative Assistant

Administrative AssistantPay Grade: FWe protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and playEnjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia ResidentsWork with a Dynamic and Diverse Team – Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengthsAchieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term careerTake Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your roleFeel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like youCome join our team! As an Administrative Assistant with Macon-Bibb County Environmental Health, you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals working to protect the health and well-being of communities across the state by supporting vital public health initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, a great schedule, and a healthy work-life balance, allowing you to grow your career while maintaining time for what matters most to you.The Administrative Assistant performs a wide range of clerical and administrative support functions, which include serving as the primary point of contact for the public for inquiries by phone and in-person, data entry, record maintenance, document preparation and assisting with billing functions.Serves as a primary point of contact for the public when calling or entering the officeProvides general clerical support including data entry/maintenance, copying, faxing documentsGenerates bulk billing for annual fees in regulated program areasCollects and enters accurate information for facilities and complaintsProvides clerical support and excellent customer service to clientsReceives and directs telephone calls and faxes accordinglyParticipates in all required trainingHelps with emergency preparedness response during declared emergenciesPerforms additional duties as assigned.High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of job-related experience.Proficient in the core applications of Microsoft Office SuiteAdvanced knowledge of ExcelExperience using the Digital Health Department (DHD) platformThe DPH Commissioner and agency leaders encourage all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of physical activity breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and help employees meet their wellness goals. A maximum of 30 minutes of physical activity may be allocated per workday, typically in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.State of Georgia employees are subject to the rules of the State Personnel Board regarding salary.DPH accepts educational credentials recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) as valid. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degrees, diplomas, licensures, and other relevant credentials.The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.Relocation assistance is not provided.In the event of an identified emergency, you may be required, as a term and condition of DPH employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.DPH is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application or interview process, email include View email address on click.appcast.io is an Equal Opportunity Employer.