Administrative Generalist

Gunnison County; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing for county employees

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Vacation leave starting at 8 hours per

Sick leave: 8 hours per month of

FSA and HSA options

Life insurance (1x annual salary)

Identity protection (Norton LifeLock)

AD&D insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(a) with employer match

457(b) with employer match up to 3%

Pet insurance

Gym memberships

Job summary

Gunnison County is seeking an Administrative Generalist to be the welcoming face of the Health and Human Services front office. You will handle scheduling, data entry, client records, and billing support while assisting with eligibility determinations and overall office operations.

The role emphasizes accuracy, customer-friendly service, and the ability to switch between answering questions, scheduling, and number work in a busy county environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of related experience or similar office administrative work.
• A valid Colorado driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Greeting clients and the public, answering questions, and connecting people with the right resource.
• Scheduling appointments and keeping calendars organized.
• Managing client records and entering data accurately.
• Supporting income determinations and program eligibility.
• Processing HHS billing, deposits, reimbursements, and vouchers.
• Reviewing employee timesheets and payroll information.
• Handling mail, copying, filing, and office supply orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license (Colorado)

Job description

Description

Who We Are

Gunnison County cherishes its sense of community and place. The County strives to preserve and promote the well-being of the County’s citizens, natural environment, and rural character. The County will deliver services and set standards that reflect its values and preserve the region’s unique quality of life for present and future generations to enjoy. Gunnison County is governed by an elected three member Board of County Commissioners serving four-year overlapping terms.

Perks of the Gunnison Valley

The Gunnison Valley is known for outdoor recreation in every season. In summer, hike and mountain bike across two million acres of public lands. In winter, ski at Crested Butte Mountain Resort or glide along dozens of miles of cross-country trails. In between, you’ll find great restaurants, shopping, arts, and events in the valley’s mountain towns. Learn more at the Gunnison & Crested Butte website.

About the Job

Are you organized, friendly, and good with details? Join our Health and Human Services team as an Administrative Generalist. You’ll be the first welcoming face for people seeking help, and the person who keeps the front office running smoothly.

A typical day might include:

• Greeting clients and the public, answering questions, and connecting people with the right resource
• Scheduling appointments and keeping calendars organized
• Managing client records and entering data accurately
• Supporting income determinations and program eligibility
• Processing HHS billing, deposits, reimbursements, and vouchers
• Reviewing employee timesheets and payroll information
• Handling mail, copying, filing, and office supply orders

The right candidate will

• Enjoy helping people and can stay patient, kind, and professional when someone is having a hard day
• Take pride in getting details right, from data entry to billing
• Like variety and can switch between answering questions, scheduling, and number work
• Work well on your own, and ask for help when you need it
• Care about the Gunnison Valley and the neighbors we serve

Benefits

• Housing is held for Gunnison County employees and may be available for you to rent
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Vacation leave based on years of service, starting at 8 hours per month
• Sick leave: 8 hours for each month of service
• Dependent Care FSA, plus FSA and HSA options
• Employer-paid basic life insurance (1x annual salary)
• Employer-paid Norton LifeLock membership
• Supplemental life and AD&D insurance, including spouse and children
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mandatory 3% 401(a) contribution to CRA (Empower Retirement), with a 3% employer match
• Voluntary 457(b) pre-tax or after-tax contributions to CRA (Empower Retirement), with an employer match of up to 3%
• Discounted pet insurance and gym memberships

Pay Rate

Hourly pay range from $24.19 to $27.54, plus full benefits. The County pays monthly, on the last weekday of the month.

Hiring Manager

Blair Burgess | [e-mail]

Application Close Date

Open until filled.

View the full job description here.

Requirements

What You Bring

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one year of related experience, or similar office administrative work
• A valid Colorado driver’s license

Preferred

• Bilingual in English and Spanish. This is strongly preferred, but not required.

Conditions of employment

• Satisfactory completion of a fingerprint-based background check after a conditional offer of employment
• Completion of ICSP 100, 200, and 700 emergency management training within your first year

Gunnison County is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.