Office Specialist - St. George

State of Utah; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

On-site work

Job summary

State of Utah is seeking an Office Specialist I for an in-office, time-limited role in Saint George, UT. The position supports clients, handles complex paperwork, and requires judgement in applying agency rules. It is eligible for a full benefits package and offers a salary of $16.00 per hour.

The role is a 2-year limited position with responsibilities spanning records management, reporting, basic accounting, and staff training support. Location: Saint George, UT.

Qualifications

• At least one year of work related experience doing office support.

Responsibilities

• Assists clients with disabilities (physical, developmental, psychological and substance abuse).
• Exercises independent judgement in office specialties.
• Performs complex production tasks requiring specialized office skills plus has comprehensive knowledge of pertinent rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Serves as the focal point for advanced agency-specific assignments.
• Processes a variety of agency documents by reviewing for accuracy and completeness.
• Updates information, evaluating against policy, comparing elements for consistency or logical relationship and otherwise taking action here such procedures may require independent judgement.
• Applies agency regulations, polices and procedures.
• Originates correspondence, documentation and other written communication.
• Provides the public and others with information and assistance in completing forms and applications.
• Locates and assembles records and information which may be complex or difficult to identify and which may require substantial research, judgement and subject matter understanding.
• Prepares and generates recurring reports involving automated processes and thorough subject matter understanding.
• Performs basic accounting functions such as basic bookkeeping and accounts payable/receivable.
• Maintains calendars, schedules and coordinates meetings, trainings, facilities and other activities.
• Assists in the training of vendors and new employees; ensuring an adequate supply of materials.

Skills

Office support

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.

Salary – $16.00 - $16.00 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Application Deadline – 9/30/2026*

Key Responsibilities

This Office Specialist I position will be a limited time position for up to 2 years.

The Office Specialist I performs the following key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities:

• Assists clients with disabilities (physical, developmental, psychological and substance abuse).


• Exercises independent judgement in office specialties


• Performs complex production tasks requiring specialized office skills plus has comprehensive knowledge of pertinent rules, regulations, policies and procedures


• Serves as the focal point for advanced agency-specific assignments.


• Processes a variety of agency documents by reviewing for accuracy and completeness.


• Updates information, evaluating against policy, comparing elements for consistency or logical relationship and otherwise taking action here such procedures may require independent judgement.


• Applies agency regulations, polices and procedures.


• Originates correspondence, documentation and other written communication.


• Provides the public and others with information and assistance in completing forms and applications.


• Locates and assembles records and information which may be complex or difficult to identify and which may require substantial research, judgement and subject matter understanding.


• Prepares and generates recurring reports involving automated processes and thorough subject matter understanding.


• Performs basic accounting functions such as basic bookkeeping and accounts payable/receivable.


• Maintains calendars, schedules and coordinates meetings, trainings, facilities and other activities.


• Assists in the training of vendors and new employees; ensuring an adequate supply of materials.

Qualifications

Minimum or "day-one" qualifications:

• Has at least one year of work related experience doing office support

About The Role

Location – 965 East 700 South #202, St George, Utah, 84770, United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – TL - Time limited

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

To find out more about WHY Utah , . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.


• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.


• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.


• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah's communities by supporting the economic stability and quality of our workforce. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].