Overview
ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST – A Jobs in Covington, LA at State of Louisiana
CLASSIFICATION TITLE:
Administrative Assistant
SALARY:
$52,892.12 – $68,411.53
DEPARTMENT:
County Executive
Opening Date:
03/14/2025
Closing Date:
03/28/2025 12:00 a.m.
**This position provides clerical support to high-level executives, handling scheduling, correspondence, and confidential information with the utmost discretion.
FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt – Overtime pursuant to Human Resources and Labor Relations Policy
EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Provides secretarial and administrative support of a highly independent and confidential nature to an Elected Official/Department Head or high level administrator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides administrative support to ensure departmental compliance with departmental processes and standards.
Responds to requests for information regarding departmental operations, as directed.
Coordinates the appointment calendar and/or schedule for an assigned individual or individuals, which includes initiating, tracking, and hosting meetings and activities, event planning, making travel arrangements, and other related duties.
Coordinates daily office operations and functions of the office and the office clerical support team.
Compiles and prepares confidential reports, correspondence, and other documents.
Attends and represents the department in a variety of meetings and public events.
Answers calls and walk-ins and provides information or directs to appropriate party.
Sorts, processes, and delivers incoming and outgoing mail and e-mail.
Prepares agendas, minutes, and board packets.
Performs related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required Education and Experience:
High school diploma (or GED equivalent)
Five (5) years of office clerical work experience
Administrative support experience
Preferred Education and Experience:
Associates degree or higher
Administrative support experience with a high level administrator
Required Licenses or Certifications
Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travel
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES:
Knowledge of:
Procedures, regulations, and processes specific and exclusive to the proper functioning of government agencies
Departmental policies, procedures, and practices
Modern office procedures and methods
Various and specialty designated data processing/computer systems and applications for office administration across many departments in the County
Principles and practices of basic bookkeeping and invoice processing
General clerical/administrative support and secretarial processes common to office administration
Accounts receivable and payable procedures
Payroll processing and timekeeping
Manual and electronic filing and record keeping procedures and retention schedules
HIPAA and other laws or County policies for maintaining record confidentiality
County, State of Michigan and department policies and practices for ordering and maintaining inventory of necessary supplies for daily office/clinic or department operation
A variety of programs eligibility, enrollment and verification policies and practices
Database applications and report writing, data mining and collection for operational review
Skill in:
Interpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with staff and the public
Providing customer service to internal and external customers via phone, email and in-person
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
Performing somewhat complex mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratios
Organization and time management
Assigning, prioritizing, monitoring, and reviewing work assignments
Operating personal computers with current versions of office efficiency software and applications
Performing data entry to multiple types of database applications for registration, enrollment, service provision, billing, inventory and statistical review and reporting
Ability to:
Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers with tact and courtesy
Make decisions in accordance with laws, ordinances, regulations, and established policies and procedures
Prepare reports, correspondence, and documents
Take initiative and work independently
Meet schedules and deadlines of the work
Maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries
Perform high-level clerical/administrative-related duties with a high degree of accuracy
Lead and train staff and coworkers
Learn new policies, practices and procedures
Read and understand laws, rulings and other published guidance
Handle, process and account for large sums of cash/money
Understand and follow complex registration, eligibility and enrollment guidelines
Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
Effectively speak, write, and understand the English language
Effectively speak, write, and understand a language other than English is preferred
Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS:
The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
Work Environment
Office or similar indoor environment: F/C
Outdoor environment: N/S
Street environment (near moving traffic): N/S
Construction site: N/S
Confined space: N/S
Exposures
Individuals who are hostile or irate: O
Individuals with known violent backgrounds: N/S
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): N/S
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/S
Communicable diseases: N/S
Moving mechanical parts: N/S
Fumes or airborne particles: N/S
Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S
Loud noises (85+ decibels): N/S
Blood Borne Pathogens: N/S
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously
Demand:
Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/S
Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): N/S
Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/S
Crawling (moving about on hands and knees): N/S
Inspecting in confined spaces: N/S
Digging: N/S
Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: N/S
Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: O
Kneeling to work at low levels: O
Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/C
Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another (covered by the items below):
11-34 pounds: O
More than 34 pounds: N/S
Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: O
Reaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): O
Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/C
Standing in an upright position without movement: O
Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: O
Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS
Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.
About Us
Macomb County is Michigan’s third most populated county, boasting a population of more than 865,000 residents and growing. From the densely-populated southern cities to the rural northern villages, Macomb County possesses a wealth of assets that make it a desirable place to live, work and play! As the county gains in population and cultural diversity increases, initiatives such as the dignity campaign enables us to cultivate a community that embraces all people and celebrates their unique contributions. Through collaborative community-based activities, Macomb County is promoting multiculturalism and inclusiveness.
Title: ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM SPECIALIST – A
Company: State of Louisiana
Location: Covington, LA
