ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST II

State of Maryland - MDH Local Health - Carroll County; Maryland; On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Maryland - MDH Local Health - Carroll County is seeking an Administrative Support Specialist to join the Carroll County Health Department in Westminster, MD 21157. The role provides administrative support for clinical services, birth and death certificates, fee collection and the main switchboard, with translation and interpretation for Spanish-speaking clientele.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, at least one year of clerical experience, and will be bilingual in

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.
• Notes: 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

• Provide administrative support services for Carroll County Health Department’s clinical support services, administration, birth and death certificates, fee collection and main switchboard/reception.
• Provide interpretation and translation services to Spanish-speaking clientele.
• Assist in planning, executing and coordinating administrative tasks to support department operations.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 be bilingual in Spanish and English.

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

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.

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.