Administrative Aide – Office & Programs Support

Howard County Government; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Howard County Government is seeking administrative support personnel to assist the Office of Aging and Independence in a busy county office environment. The role involves back‑end and front‑end administrative duties, data entry, and coordination of program support tasks.

Candidates should have an Associate's degree and at least two years of related experience; proficiency in Microsoft Office and data systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Experience handling cash and receptionist duties a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides back-up front desk reception support: phones, mail, greeting customers.
• Performs general administrative tasks: mail, supplies, calendar, scheduling.
• Maintains office and program supplies inventory.
• Prepares routine correspondence, meeting minutes, newsletters, and other documents.
• Attends meetings and trainings; records minutes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Diversity and inclusion

Cash handling

Receptionist experience

Microsoft Office

Database management

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Howard County Government is seeking administrative support personnel to assist the Office of Aging and Independence in a busy county office environment. The role involves back‑end and front‑end administrative duties, data entry, and coordination of program support tasks.

Candidates should have an Associate's degree and at least two years of related experience; proficiency in Microsoft Office and data systems is preferred.