Administrative Assistant

Minnehaha County; Watertown (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays

PTO from day one

SDRS retirement system enrollment

Deferred compensation plan

Job summary

Minnehaha County Human Services invites applications for an Administrative Assistant to join our team in Sioux Falls, SD. You will be the first point of contact for clients, providing clerical support and guiding applicants through the county assistance processes.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of clerical experience. You will maintain records with confidentiality and contribute to efficient day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of increasingly responsible clerical experience or equivalent is preferred.
• Ability to perform moderately complex secretarial tasks with independent judgment.
• Effective verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and data entry accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to staff, supervisors, and management.
• Serve as the first contact for clients and the public in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Assist with county assistance applications and respond to policy questions.
• Manage medical records, enter data, and maintain client confidentiality.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Data entry

Customer service

Professional appearance

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Record keeping

Job description

This position is located in Sioux Falls, SD

Why Join Our Team

The Minnehaha County Human Services department invites applications for an Administrative Assistant to join our team! As the first point of contact, this position is the face of the department to clients and the public who are in need of services such as financial assistance in a time of emergency.

Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; PTO available from day one; an extended sick leave program; inclusion in the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS); and a deferred compensation plan.

SALARY: $23.64 - $26.07 Hourly

CLOSING DATE: 9/30/2026 5:00 PM Central

How You Will Make an Impact

• Provide administrative and clerical support to Human Services staff, supervisors, and management for efficient departmental operations.
• Serve as the first contact for clients and the public, answering inquiries in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Offer guidance and support for County assistance applications and answer policy questions.
• Manage medical records, enter data, and support administrative processes to ensure client confidentiality.
• Update digital and hardcopy records, forms, and correspondence to meet professional and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate meeting schedules and prepare meeting minutes.
• Manage office supplies, equipment, and process vouchers, invoices, and purchase orders.
• Screen and direct mail; organize outgoing mail.
• Track and follow up on activities to meet deadlines and complete procedures.

Full job description below:

Administrative Assistant

What You Need to Succeed in this Role

High school diploma or GED and one year of increasingly responsible clerical experience. Comparable combination of education and experience may be considered. Must successfully complete pre-employment background process. Ability to perform a variety of moderately complex secretarial and clerical tasks while exercising independent judgment. Effective verbal and written communication. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry. Willingness to participate in the agency, demonstrate team participation and a workplace philosophy that enriches staff’s ability to reach goals, and provide a high level of customer service. Ability to build and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with colleagues, other agencies, and the public. Present a professional appearance and communicate with others in a respectful and approachable way.

EEO Statement

Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sex or gender including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at [phone].