Administrative Specialist Senior

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Jackson (KY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Wellness programs

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking an Administrative Specialist Senior in Jackson, KY for the Transportation Cabinet. The position manages complex processes, supports branch leadership, maintains records, and analyzes data to prepare reports.

Collaboration with fiscal staff and timely reporting are essential. For consideration, a bachelor's degree is required and at least three years of related work experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum three years of professional, administrative, or business experience.
• Education may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee intricate processes with mandated regulations.
• Provide administrative support to Branch Manager and Section Supervisors.
• Maintain records and databases.
• Analyze data and prepare reports.
• Assist with accounts, delivery orders, JAGS and GAX.

Skills

Computer skills

Data research

Data organization

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Administrative Specialist Senior

Pay Grade 13

Salary

$3,339.22 - $5,008.90 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Hiring Agency

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways

Location

473 Hwy 15 S

Jackson, KY 41339 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes which support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.

• Performs duties in the oversight of intricate processes such as activities involving mandated regulations or procedures.
• Works in Accounts Department, assists with accounts, delivery orders, JAGS and GAX.
• Works closely with fiscal manager.
• Provides administrative support to Branch Manager and Section Supervisors.
• Maintains records and databases.
• Analyzes data and develops reports.

Ideal Candidate Will Have Experience In

• Computer skills
• Research and organizing data
• Communication skills
• Flexible due to possible change in work shift and hours

Benefits And Perks

• Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance
• Retirement savings
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training
• A collaborative and innovative work environment
• Employee wellness programs

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Please be advised that although medical cannabis has been legalized in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, due to other applicable state or federal laws, employees in this position are prohibited from using medical cannabis. If you need additional information about this prohibition, you may contact the agency point of contact for additional information.

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Three years of professional, administrative, or business experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional administrative, business, research, and/or clerical experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Melissa Arrowood at [e-mail] or 502-764-0001.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D