County Administrative Assistant, Southampton County

Countryway Insurance Co.; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Farm Bureau in Courtland, VA is seeking a County Administrative Assistant to provide essential office support, manage records, process payments, and assist with insurance-related tasks for the Farm Bureau.

The role emphasizes accurate bookkeeping, member service, and coordination of meetings, with duties spanning mail, phones, minutes, and file maintenance, contributing to the smooth operation of the county bureau.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year administrative support experience or equivalent coursework.
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and payroll.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Computer literate (Word and Excel).

Responsibilities

• Promote Farm Bureau programs and services to members.
• Provide general administrative support: answer phones, mail, reports, and member service.
• Maintain all County Farm Bureau records and files.
• Coordinate payment of expenses after proper approval.
• Open and close office.
• Maintain the County Farm Bureau financial accounting system and reconcile bank statements.
• Maintain accurate county membership information and renewal processes.
• Assist with insurance applications and policy changes.
• Assist in planning and conducting board meetings and minutes.
• Maintain communication with County President and Directors on membership issues.

Skills

Bookkeeping & payroll

Communication skills

Microsoft Word & Excel

Diplomacy

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Administrative coursework or experience

Job description

County Administrative Assistant, Southampton County

Location: Courtland, VA

Company:

POSITION TITLE: County Administrative Assistant

STATUS: Non-exempt

LOCATION: Southampton County office in Courtland, VA

REPORTS TO: Agency Manager

COMPENSATION: $17-18 Per hour

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide administrative support to the County Farm Bureau President, County Board of Directors, special committees and to Insurance Agent(s). Additionally, this position is responsible for promoting and serving as an information resource on all Farm Bureau Services.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Promote Farm Bureau programs and services to members. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for being knowledgeable in all programs that are offered.
• Provide general administrative support: answer phones, handle incoming/outgoing mail, prepare correspondence and reports and provide member service.
• Maintain all County Farm Bureau records and files.
• Coordinate payment of expenses after proper approval.
• Open and close office.
• Maintain the County Farm Bureau financial accounting system. Record all money transactions, make bank deposits, maintain records of savings and investments, reconcile bank statements, maintain the office change fund and tax records and assist with budget planning if requested.
• Maintain accurate county membership information by administering the membership renewal process, assigning new membership numbers, maintaining a paid listing of members as required in the Memorandum of Agreement, conducting the annual membership service check and by entering membership data into the membership system. This position is responsible for the county’s adherence to the membership policy.
• Assist with insurance applications, policy changes, preparation of loss reports and other clerical functions necessary to properly serve the membership.
• Assist in the planning and conducting of board meetings and other meetings/events if requested. This includes recording board minutes and maintaining minute books.
• Maintain good communication with the County President and Directors on issues relating to membership and service programs
• Be familiar with and maintain a file of all permanent documents of the County Farm Bureau as follows:
• County Articles of Incorporation.
• County Farm Bureau bylaws.
• Memorandum of Agreement and other agreements with VFBF and its affiliates.
• Lease and purchase agreements.
• Minutes of membership and board of directors meetings.
• Deeds, Stocks, Bonds.
• Bulk mail permits.
• Insurance policies.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Attend required training sessions as authorized by the County President.
• Perform other duties as requested by the County President.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL/EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year administrative support experience or equivalent coursework

MINIMUM SKILL QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and payroll
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer literate (Word and Excel)
• Proven ability to be diplomatic in delicate situations
• Strong attention to detail
• High degree of flexibility with the ability to multi-task
• Proven ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Excellent organizational skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• P&C and Health License (required in some counties)- Must obtain license within six months of employment and must maintain license through CE credits

At VA Farm Bureau, we provide an exceptional benefits package, including ongoing job development and support in all roles, paid training and continuing education reimbursement, medical and dental insurance available on your first day, generous employee 401K contribution, excellent Paid Time off (PTO) plan and more!

Virginia Farm Bureau Companies provide equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, disability, orientation or veteran status.