Senior Administrative Assistant

Kansas Department For Children and Families; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Region in Kansas is seeking an administrative professional to support mail processing, receipting fee fund checks, and back up tasks for fiscal and facility operations. The role requires at least one year of general office experience; education may substitute for experience per agency policy.

A background check and security clearance are required, along with a Kansas Tax Clearance. E-Verify participation is standard for state employment, offering growth and stability with the

Qualifications

• One year of experience in general office, clerical and administrative support work.
• Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
• Preferred: One year of professional experience in accounting and/or auditing.
• Background check and security clearance required prior to employment.
• Tax clearance required for state employment; compliance with tax laws.
• E-Verify participation is required.

Responsibilities

• This position will work on processing mail, receipting fee fund checks, back up for operation tasks involving both the fiscal and facility sides, and back up for purchasing.

Skills

General office experience

Clerical and administrative support

Job description

Job posting closes/applications accepted through: Open until Filled

Kansas Department for Children and Families | www.dcf.ks.gov

Operations

Kansas City Region/Kansas City

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!

This position will work on processing mail, receipting fee fund checks, back up for operation tasks involving both the fiscal and facility sides, and back up for purchasing.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: *If a driver’s license is required, a copy must be sent to your recruiter following the interview.* Valid Driver’s License is required and must be maintained throughout employment. Valid Driver’s License (must maintain valid driver’s license throughout employment)

One year of experience in general office, clerical and administrative support work. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant b the agency.

Preferred Qualifications: One year of professional experience in accounting and/or auditing.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

Security Clearance: A background check (KBI - criminal background, welfare fraud, driver's license and Child/Adult Abuse and Neglect Central Registry) is required for all positions with the Department for Children and Families (DCF) as a condition of employment, which may include fingerprinting and FBI check. Security clearance must be obtained prior to employment with DCF. Must maintain security clearance throughout employment.

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law.

If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199.

Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

E-Verify: DCF participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

For more information on State of Kansas employment opportunities and benefits, visit the State of Kansas Career Portal at www.jobs.ks.gov.