County Commission Administrative Specialist

Minnehaha County; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnehaha County is seeking a Commission Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to the County Commissioners in Sioux Falls, SD. The role coordinates schedules, prepares professional correspondence, and maintains accurate data and records.

You will assist with meeting logistics, notices, and public-facing communications while upholding confidentiality and delivering excellent customer service to residents and agencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus four years of public administration or admin support experience.
• Proficient in Outlook, Word and Excel; able to learn agenda management and reporting software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues, other agencies and the public.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming experience for residents and visitors by responding to inquiries and connecting people to information and services.
• Prepare clear communications, compile accurate reports, organize information systems, maintain precise records, and handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Support agenda preparation, distribution, and notices as required by state law.
• Coordinate logistics for purchasing, vendor communications, meeting room scheduling, travel arrangements, and vehicle reservations.
• Process insurance claims, assist lien applicants, oversee parking permit compliance, and facilitate public notices as needed.
• Assist with projects from organizing data to creating materials that support County and Commission services.

Skills

Outlook

Word

Excel

Confidentiality

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Minnehaha County is seeking a Commission Assistant to provide administrative and operational support to the County Commissioners in Sioux Falls, SD. The role coordinates schedules, prepares professional correspondence, and maintains accurate data and records.

You will assist with meeting logistics, notices, and public-facing communications while upholding confidentiality and delivering excellent customer service to residents and agencies.