Administrative Assistant & Programs Support

Mesa County, CO; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement

Paid Sick and Vacation Leave

Life insurance

Long term disability

Job summary

Mesa County is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Tri-River area to perform clerical and administrative work in Grand Junction, CO. The role includes answering phones, greeting the public, assisting with paperwork, and supporting Extension Specialists in Mesa County and the Tri-River Area.

This full-time, in-office position runs 8-5, Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings/weekends based on program needs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong written communication skills demonstrated in application materials.
• Attention to detail with accurate data entry is required.
• Office management includes maintaining inventory, equipment, and anticipating office needs.
• Financial math and cash handling skills required.
• Experience with CSU Extension and 4-H programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer telephones and direct callers to resources.
• Assist walk-in clients with paperwork and direct to resources.
• Support County events like County Fair and 4-H enrollments.
• Maintain websites, create newsletters, flyers, and brochures.
• Assist with money collection, deposits, and account reconciliation.
• Maintain office equipment and inventory; order supplies.

Skills

Written communication

Attention to detail

Data entry

Office management

Cash handling

Financial math

4-H knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Mesa County is seeking an Administrative Assistant for the Tri-River area to perform clerical and administrative work in Grand Junction, CO. The role includes answering phones, greeting the public, assisting with paperwork, and supporting Extension Specialists in Mesa County and the Tri-River Area.

This full-time, in-office position runs 8-5, Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings/weekends based on program needs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid leave.