Administrative Assistant

Gaston County Government; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Professional Development Opportunities

Discounted YMCA Membership

Job summary

Gaston County Government in North Carolina seeks dedicated staff to protect, care for, and empower vulnerable populations through federal, state and county programs. This position emphasizes service to public safety, social services, and administration, with a focus on helping residents achieve self-sufficiency.

A criminal background check and drug screening are required before employment. The county offers competitive pay within the hiring range, plus comprehensive benefits and opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in word processing, data entry, receptionist and records management.
• Strong communication, computer and organizational skills; ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Types memos, reports, and other documents; enters and retrieves information in a computerized records system.
• Provides routine information to the public about Social Services; screens callers and directs clients.
• Assists applicants with reviewing documents and accessing records for applications.
• Sorts and distributes mail; manages switchboard coverage and file room duties.
• Available to work mandatory emergency shelters and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Word processing

Data entry

Reception duties

Records management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Joining the team at Gaston County Government means being part of a community that is dedicated to improving the lives of its citizens. We are a dynamic organization that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to service.

As an employee of Gaston County, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in your community every day. Whether you are working in public safety, social services, or administration, your contributions will help improve the lives of our residents and build a better future for our county.

Description

Protecting, caring for and empowering children and adults who are temporarily or permanently unable to care for themselves through the administrating of federal, state and county programs focused on improving the well-being of our citizens.

The goal of the Gaston County Human Services Center and Division of Social Services is to foster an agency which is professionally responsive to our citizens' needs through daily caring outreach and simultaneously serve as an advocate for those in need. We strive to community-minded and community-spirited. We abide by federal, state and county operating instructions in providing services and we assist welfare recipients in attaining self-sufficiency.

Examples of Duties

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $15.48 - $18.38.

The duties listed below are not all the duties that may be assigned but are those that are essential for an employee to perform.

• Uses computers to type memos, reports, and other correspondence in rough draft or final copy format; enters and retrieves information utlizing a computerized record keeping system, and copies documentation and records as needed. Conducts research, file set ups, and scans documents using appropriate indexing and keys in various state forms.
• Provides routine information to the general public about Social Service functions and procedures; screens and directs incoming calls or walk-in clients to the appropriate location. Reseaches and routes clients to appropriate programs for services. Utilizes NC Fast, EIS, Compass, MCI and other systems to log clients and scan docuents into electronic records.
• Assists applicants for social services with reviewing documents, making copies, looking up case information or other records required for the client in the application process.
• Sorts and distributes mail; prepares information for mailing. Provides agencyu switchboard coverage during breaks and lunch. Works in file rooms - pulling records, filing records and purging records.
• Must be available to work mandatory emergency shelters & other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED equivalency AND a minimum of three (3) years of experience involving word processing, computerized data entry, receptionist and records management functions

Candidates must posesses good communication, computer, and organizational skills, ability to lift at least 25 lbs.

Additional Information

The applicant selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment

In compliance with G.S. 153A-94.2 (b) if the position being filled requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the County must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S.143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record checks to cities and counties.

At Gaston County, we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, job applicants, and members of the community we serve. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

Gaston County will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Benefits

At Gaston County, we are committed to providing our full-time employees with a comprehensive total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, a range of benefits, and incentives.

A few key components of our total compensation package include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans
  • Pension
  • 401K (with 5% county contribution annually)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Discounted YMCA Membership

To learn more details about the many benefits we provide view our Employee Benefits Guide.

Career Information

Overall, if you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, Gaston County is the place for you.