Program Assistant I

Sdsoybean; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of South Dakota's Office of the State Engineer is seeking a full-time administrative professional to support Project Managers, ensure accurate documentation, and monitor financial aspects of construction and facilities projects.

You will process vouchers, invoices, and pay applications, maintain the Project Register and related software, and assist with monthly and annual reports to keep projects on track.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Suite.
• Strong computer skills including email, internet, file management, and basic troubleshooting.
• Attention to detail and organizational discipline.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and financial support to Project Managers and maintain project records.
• Process vouchers, invoices, pay applications, and related financial documents.
• Monitor contract expenses and alert when invoices exceed available funding.
• Maintain the Project Register and Open SD data entries; assist with posting documents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Prioritization

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

21.41 - 26.75 US per hour

Location:Pierre, SDSalary:$21.41-$26.75 Hourly, depending on qualifications

Closing Date:Open Until Filled

Description

This is a Full-Time position with the Bureau of Human Resources and Administration - Office of the State Engineer. For more information on the Bureau of Human Resources and Administration, please visit https://www.sd.gov/bhra .

Are you organized, detail-oriented, and someone who enjoys keeping projects moving behind the scenes? The Office of the State Engineer is seeking a dependable professional to provide essential administrative and financial support to Project Managers and help ensure state construction and facilities projects are accurately documented, financially monitored, and completed successfully.

What You’ll Do

This position provides critical administrative and project support to Project Managers within the Office of the State Engineer (OSE). Responsibilities include:

• Assist Project Managers with project documentation, filing, contract documents, and general project administration.
• Process vouchers, invoices, pay applications, and other project-related financial documentation, including reviewing for mathematical accuracy.
• Monitor contract expenses and notify Project Managers when invoices or billings exceed available funding amounts.
• Maintain the Project Register and Owner Insite software, including posting project documents and keeping information current. Training will be provided.
• Enter contract information into templates and route contract documents for appropriate signatures.
• Ensure final project paperwork and documentation has been received and properly filed.
• Process office payments, code and create non-cash vouchers, and enter payments into the state accounting system.
• Create and process purchase requisitions and enter information into the state accounting system.
• Maintain File Director by ensuring project information is accurate and up to date.
• Post contracts to Open SD and assist with maintaining the state's webpage.
• Assist with maintaining the online bidding platform and posting documents to the Project Register and/or Owner Insite.
• Review work requests for accuracy and assign project numbers.
• Assist with monthly status reports and run monthly, quarterly, and annual project reports.
• Process OSE billings.
• Provide backup assistance to the Energy Manager with the EnergyCap program.
• Maintain and update agency contacts.
• Perform other duties and provide administrative support as needed to help OSE projects stay organized, accurate, and on track.

Why This Role Matters

Your attention to detail will directly support the successful delivery of state projects. From ensuring invoices are accurate and properly funded to keeping project records current and complete, this position plays an important role in connecting the administrative, financial, and project-management pieces that keep OSE operations running smoothly.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• organizational skills;
• the ability to stay on task, even when tasks are repetitive;
• strong time management and prioritization skills;

Knowledge ofMicrosoft Suite. The position requires strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), email, internet browsing, file management, and basic troubleshooting. These skills are essential for the role.

Ability to:

• learn and use computers and new software(s);
• interpret and comprehend program guidelines and procedures;
• communicate efficiently and effectively, both orally and in writing;
• gather, interpret, and report on information concerning assigned activities;
• train and provide guidance to staff and others;
• conduct research, and compile and analyze data;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and the public.

Additional Requirements:

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC:If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office.A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here .This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.