ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST II

MD; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Benefits

Job summary

The Carroll County Health Department in Westminster, MD, seeks an Administrative Support Specialist to assist the Administration Bureau. You will provide administrative services for clinical support, birth and death certificates, fee collection, and the main switchboard, and you will also provide interpretation and translation services to Spanish-speaking clients.

A high school diploma is required with one year of clerical experience; substitutions include college coursework or U.S.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Experience: One year of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.
• Notes: 1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience. 2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform, plan and execute administrative support services for the Carroll County Health Department's clinical support services, administration, birth and death certificates, fee collection and the main switchboard/reception.
• Provide interpretation and translation services to Spanish-speaking clientele.
• Provide support as part of the Administration Bureau

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Administrative support experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GRADE

STD0011

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH, Carroll County Health Department
Westminster, MD 21157

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to serve as part of the Administration Bureau support services for the Carroll County Health Department (CCHD). This position will perform, plan and execute administrative support services for the Carroll County Health Department's clinical support services, administration, birth and death certificates, fee collection and the main switchboard/reception. This position will also provide interpretation and translation services to Spanish-speaking clientele.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: One year of experience performing administrative staff, clerical, clerical technical, or secretarial work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

The selected candidate must possess one year of experience providing accurate and impartial interpretation and translation services in a bilingual capacity, with fluency in both Spanish and English (speaking, reading, and writing).

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 1. Experience/training in the use of Electronic Health Records within a healthcare setting.
• 2. Experience in fee collections.
• 3. Experience in conducting patient intake and scheduling.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates may be responsible for providing their own transportation as needed to access meetings, remote locations, and job destinations as assigned.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.