Administrative Assistant 2
DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS
Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
Are you an organized, proactive and detail-oriented professional who loves keeping things running smoothly? The Division of State Care Facilities (DSCF) at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare is looking for an Administrative Assistant 2 to support our executive leadership located at our White Hall Administration building in Nampa. This a fantastic opportunity that will provide high level administrative support to executive leaders, ensuring smooth daily operations and effective time management. This role requires exceptional communication skills, discretion, and the ability to handle multiple priorities with professionalism.
The White Hall Administration building is also known as the Idaho State Sanitarium Administration building that can found on the campus of Southwest Idaho Treatment Center (SWITC) and State Hospital West (SHW). Our building is one of Idaho's historic landmarks that was built in the early 1900's and is surrounded by acres of open space with beautiful gardens, wildlife, and walking paths for our employees to enjoy.
This position is not eligible for telework.
Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.
BENEFITS:
BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION
We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.
OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS
- 11 paid holidays
- Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
- Paid parental leave
- Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)
- PERSI Choice 401(k)
- Deferred compensation plan
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability insurance
- Student Loan Forgiveness
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Wide variety of training opportunities
- Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
- Prepare correspondence, data and reports for multiple locations.
- Handle incoming calls, email and faxes, ensuring clear communications and prompt responses.
- Coordinate and manage meetings, schedules and event planning.
- Handle confidential information with discretion.
- Serve as a liaison between executives, internal teams, and external stakeholders.
- Assist with day-to-day support, special projects and strategic initiatives as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.
- Good knowledge of office support functions including word processing, filing, composing a variety of business documents and reception. Typically gained by at least one year of work experience performing complex secretarial, office administration, & public relations assignments such as coordinating administrative office functions, committees, special projects, & highly sensitive, confidential, and/or political issues; applying extensive knowledge of departmental programs & objectives; independently researching, compiling, & organizing materials for executives/manager's use in problem resolution. Preparing reports, handling complaints or resolving problems; composing correspondence for executive/manager on own initiative using word processing.
- Good knowledge of researching, compiling, and summarizing data for reports. Typically requires at least one year of work experience that required that I independently research, compile, develop and summarize material/data for reports on a frequent basis.
- Experience Interpreting, applying and explaining complex information such as regulations, policies or services. Typically gained by at least one year of work experience interpreting and explaining complex information such as policies, procedures, regulations, or laws. This experience included explaining discrepancies or having to explain to others how the information applied to their specific situations. Decision making was controlled by established guidelines and my work was reviewed regularly by a supervisor.
- Experience coordinating activities requiring complex arrangements. Typically gained by at least one year of work experience coordinating complex arrangements for at least one major activity which included two or more responsibilities such as: travel, registration, accommodation negotiations, coordinating volunteers, audiovisual support, coordinating/selecting speakers, planning meals, designing forms, publicity, and entertainment.
- Experience independently solving problems/performing liaison activities in a work setting. Typically gained by at least one year of work experience in a setting that required that I perform problem solving and conflict resolution with dissatisfied individuals. This experience also required that I be involved in the decision-making process concerning solutions for these dissatisfied individuals.
***PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications.
If you have questions, please contact us at:
Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.
(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)
EMAIL:dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov
PHONE:(208) 334-0681
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.