Administrative Assistant - Wage and Child Labor

State of Iowa; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government agency dedicated to ensuring safe workplaces and compliance with labor laws. As an Administrative Assistant 1 in the Wage and Child Labor Unit, you'll play a crucial role in supporting investigations and providing administrative assistance. This position offers a collaborative environment where your skills in communication and organization will shine. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plans and flexible spending accounts. If you are passionate about making Iowa a safer place and have the drive to succeed, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent pay and benefits package

Biweekly vacation accrual

Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS)

Optional 401A plan with employer contributions

Employee discount programs

Retirement Investors Club

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Provide administrative support for the Wage and Child Labor team.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions.
• Work collaboratively with a diverse group of people.

Responsibilities

• Screen and assign case referrals to investigators.
• Review and package investigative reports and evidence.
• Maintain equipment, inventory, and supplies.

Skills

Administrative Support

Communication Skills

Proficiency in Google Applications

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Data Integrity

Customer Service

Confidentiality

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Four Years of Relevant Experience

Tools

Google Applications

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Investigations Division of the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (DIAL) is seeking an Administrative Assistant 1 to join our Wage and Child Labor Unit.

Who We Are:

The Wage and Child Labor Unit (WCLU) is responsible for investigating alleged violations of Iowa Wage law and Iowa Child Labor law. DIAL's mission is to achieve compliance through education, regulation, and due process for a safe and healthy Iowa. The WCLU contributes to this mission by investigating claims of unpaid wages, and ensuring employers provide safe workplaces for employees under 18.

This position is housed within our office at 6200 Park Ave in Des Moines, IA. The work hours are Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. After six months of employment, we offer an option for up to two days of telework each week.

What We're Seeking:

The successful candidate for this position will provide administrative support for the Wage and Child Labor team and additional support assignments for other units with the Investigations Division. Preference will be given to candidates who speak Spanish fluently.

The position will perform a variety of duties, including but not limited to; screening and assigning case referrals to investigators, reviewing and packaging investigative reports and evidence,maintaining equipment, inventory, and supplies, providing customer service to the general public, accessing confidential databases, and other additional support functions.
Candidates must have the ability to read and comprehend complex instructions related to state and federal policies, as well as internal unit policies and procedures. The work performed by this position requires technical knowledge and accuracy to ensure data integrity.


Candidates must have the ability to:

• Work collaboratively with a diverse group of people.
• Communicate effectively both in writing and verbally.
• Prioritize and complete tasks independently
• Address and listen to others in a respectful manner.
• Proficiency in Google applications and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Apply policy and rules accurately.
• Protect confidential information at all times.
• Utilize technology efficiently and effectively.


What We Offer:

When you join DIAL, you help to make Iowa safer and healthier while enjoying an outstanding benefits package! In addition to providing a positive work environment, we offer a great compensation package for all our full-time employees, including:

• Excellent pay and benefits package.
• Biweekly vacation accrual and separate sick leave.
• Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package.
• Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
• Employee discount programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, etc.)
• Retirement Investors Club (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts

A criminal history and abuse background check will be conducted prior to any offer of employment.
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

1. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in any field.
2. A total of four years of education (as described in number one) and/or full-time experience in accounting, secretarial, or office support work collecting, compiling, reporting, examining and/or editing numerical data; coding and qualifying people for benefits, licenses, or other transactions; preparing and keeping budgetary accounts and projections; organizing and implementing office support operations; advising on procedural processes; or other work that provided direct support and exposure to substantive agency programs, where one year of full-time experience is equal to 30 semester hours of education.
3. Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to 12 months of full-time work as a Secretary 2, Clerk Specialist, Public Service Supervisor, Accounting Technician (any level), Purchasing Assistant, or Human Resources Technical Assistant

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