Administrative Assistant I

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Job ID7840 Location Jefferson Organization Local and Tribal Governments: Jefferson County Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Add to My Favorite Jobs Email this Job Introduction Jefferson County Human Services Department works diligently to make sure all citizens of the County have the opportunity to access effective and comprehensive human services in an integrated and efficient manner. The department has made it their mission to enhance the quality of life for individuals and families living in Jefferson County by addressing their needs in a respectful manner and enable citizens receiving services to function as independently as possible, while acknowledging their cultural differences. Position Summary The department is need of a customer serviced focused Administrative Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support for the department. With great communication and attention to detail skills, you will be successful in this position by completing the below key tasks and responsibilities: Answer telephones and give information to callers, take messages and/or transfer calls appropriately. Greet the public, answer general questions, meter mail, collate and distribute mail, and order supplies. Prepare communication, such as memos, emails, invoices, and other correspondence. Provide administrative support to ensure efficient operation of the office. Provide on-going assistance and back-up to the Medical Records Clerk and Medical Assistant. Create, maintain, and enter information into databases and use computers for various applications. Receive, screen, and direct incoming crisis calls, and walk-ins. Obtain information for Emergency Mental Health workers that is conductive to assist the individual in crisis. Schedule consumer appointments and maintain various clinic calendars electronically for a variety of divisions within the Human Services department Variety of other tasks necessary explained on the posted job description. Salary Information Starting wage: $16.54/hour 40 hours/week Benefits: eligible for our excellent benefit package with details at the below link https://www.jeffersoncountywi.gov/departments/human_resources/pay_and_benefit_information.php Qualifications Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent One year of general office experience Preferred Qualifications: Associates degree One to two years of general office experience How To Apply Application and position details are available at https://www.jeffersoncountywi.gov or Jefferson County Human Resources: 311 S. Center Ave. Room 111, Jefferson, WI 53549. Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Deadline to Apply Applications will be accepted until this position is filled; however, initial screening of applicants will be October 14, 2022.