Administrative Assistant – Background Check Unit

ND Health and Human Services; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ND Health and Human Services in North Dakota is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Criminal Background Check Unit to help prepare fingerprint-based background checks for processing and completion.

You will review forms and fingerprint cards for accuracy, request missing documents for interstate requests, and communicate with agencies, providers, and field staff by phone or email. You will also manage unit voicemail, emails, and maintain fingerprint files.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or GED) and at least two years of clerical or office administrative experience.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of standard office equipment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat Standard.
• Attention to detail and proofreading skills are essential for reviewing documents.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming electronic and/or paper authorization forms and fingerprint cards for completion and accuracy.
• Request additional documents as required for interstate record requests.
• Communicate with requesting agencies, providers, and field staff via telephone and/or email.
• Oversee unit voicemail and emails and maintain physical fingerprint files.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Excel

Adobe Acrobat Standard

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office equipment

Job description

ND Health and Human Services in North Dakota is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Criminal Background Check Unit to help prepare fingerprint-based background checks for processing and completion.

You will review forms and fingerprint cards for accuracy, request missing documents for interstate requests, and communicate with agencies, providers, and field staff by phone or email. You will also manage unit voicemail, emails, and maintain fingerprint files.