Client-Focused Administrative Assistant for Human Services

Minnehaha County; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO from day one

Extended sick leave

South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS)

Deferred compensation

Job summary

Minnehaha County in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an Administrative Assistant to be the face of the department and provide clerical support for emergency services clients. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and offers a comprehensive benefits package including time off and insurance options.

The position involves data entry, confidentiality, policy guidance, and coordinating schedules while maintaining professional relationships with colleagues and the public.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; ability to perform moderately complex clerical tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and clerical support to Human Services staff and management.
• Serve as the first contact for clients and the public in person, by phone, and electronically.
• Assist with county assistance applications and respond to policy questions.
• Manage medical records, data entry, and maintain client confidentiality.
• Update records, forms and correspondence to professional standards.
• Coordinate meeting schedules and prepare meeting minutes.
• Manage office supplies, equipment, vouchers, invoices and purchase orders.
• Screen and direct mail, organize outgoing mail.
• Track activities to meet deadlines and complete procedures.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Minnehaha County in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking an Administrative Assistant to be the face of the department and provide clerical support for emergency services clients. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and offers a comprehensive benefits package including time off and insurance options.

The position involves data entry, confidentiality, policy guidance, and coordinating schedules while maintaining professional relationships with colleagues and the public.