Administrative Assistant II

Teller County Government; North Dakota; On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

HSA

Telehealth

Dental & Vision

Life coverage

401a retirement

457b plan

Wellness programs

Education assistance

Employee discounts

Uniform allowance

Job summary

Teller County Government's Administration Department is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant II to support the local Extension office with administrative duties and programs such as 4-H and Master Gardeners.

The position covers clerical tasks, communications, and support for community outreach, with a 20-hour work week, weekend/holiday availability possible, and compensation of $20.00-$21.00 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in an administrative support role.
• Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Answer, screen and direct phone calls; compose correspondence; process invoices and payments.
• Maintain department files and monitor mail; order office supplies.
• Support local programs by preparing flyers and assisting enrollments.

Skills

Customer service

Office software

Communication

Confidentiality

Prioritization

Deadline drive

Multitasking

Driving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Teller County's Administration Department is seeking an part-time Administrative Assistant II to support the local Extension office with administrative duties and local programs to include but not limited to: 4-H Positive Youth Development Program, Colorado Master Gardeners, community-based classes, outreach, and individual consultations.

What you'll do:

1) Perform a variety of clerical tasks to include but not limited to: answer, screen and direct phone calls; compose and type correspondence; process invoices, receive payments and record transactions; order and inventory department office supplies; establish, maintain and monitor department specific files; and collect and distribute mail.

2) Maintain clear and consistent communications with all stakeholders including community members, County staff and CSU staff.

3) Support local programming by performing a variety of duties to include but not limited to: prepare flyers; assist with various enrollments; collect fees; etc.

Requirements

What you'll bring:

Experience/Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• At least one (1) year of experience in an administrative support role;
• Any acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the listed knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.

You Also Have The Following Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Knowledge of: principles and processes for providing excellent customer service, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction; standard office procedures/operations and equipment.

Skilled in: use of basic computer software programs; understanding and applying pertinent laws, rules, regulations and policies; using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines; maintaining confidentiality; organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and following up on assignments with minimal direction and supervision; applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; working in a deadline driven environment; initiating and responding to a varied volume of daily calls/contact; interacting with all levels of internal and external professionals while developing strong productive relationships.

Ability to: ensure accuracy in documentation, correspondence, and scheduling; be flexible in the face of challenging schedules, priorities or tasks; think critically and address challenges or issues that arise on the job; manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines efficiently; communicate effectively in writing and verbally; establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with co-workers, other county departments, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and the public.

Additional Details About the Role:

Visual Acuity/Hearing/Speaking: Must be able to write and read; able to hear, see and speak.

Physical Effort/Dexterity: This position works primarily in an office setting with daily routine computer usage; requires the ability to drive a vehicle; light physical exertion and the normal range of motion and dexterity; ability to sit (sometimes for extended periods of time), stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl or climb; ability to lift, pull or drag up to 25 lbs. for short periods of time.

Environmental Factors: Work is generally performed in an office setting; local travel will be required; may require exposure to adverse conditions; such conditions include dirt, noise, rain, snow, and extremes of temperatures during events.

Work Schedule/Characteristics: 20 hours per week; availability outside normal schedule to include weekends and holidays may be required.

License/Certification Requirements: Possession of and ability to maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary range: $20.00 - $21.00 / hour

Status: Part-time (typically 20 hours per week), Non-Exempt

When it comes to benefits, Teller County is committed to offering a comprehensive, affordable benefits package that meets the needs of our employees and their families.

• Two Meritain Aetna health plans to choose from –the County pays 50% to 100% of the premium depending on the plan you choose
• HSA plan – the County contributes $1,250 for employee only and $2,500 for employee plus one or more dependents
• Telehealth/Teledoc options – access quality healthcare from the comfort of your home, during your lunch break or while traveling
• Dental, Vision and Prescription drug coverage
• Basic and voluntary life coverage
• 401a retirement plan – employees contribute 4% and the County matches 8%. You are fully vested in five years.
• 457b deferred comp plans – both pre- and post-tax options available
• Aflac, wellness programs, EAP, education assistance, employee discounts, uniform allowance

Applications accepted until 4:00 p.m., Friday, October 30, 2026