Senior Administrative Specialist: Contracts & Payroll

Pennington County; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennington County in Rapid City is seeking an Administrative Specialist to support department leadership and manage confidential projects independently. The role requires preparing a wide range of documents for the public and agencies, and maintaining critical contract/grant files.

You will oversee vouchers and payroll, manage equipment, and provide leadership to administrative staff while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. This is a full-time county office position in Rapid City.

Qualifications

• Performs general information and administrative support to department leadership.
• Prepares correspondence, reports, contracts, legal notices, bidding packets, and other documents for the public and agencies.

Responsibilities

• Track and maintain all files related to contracts and grants.
• Manage files, policies and procedures for the department.
• Handle voucher and payroll processes.
• Maintain, order, and distribute department equipment.
• Provide leadership and training to administrative staff.
• Cover Administrative Assistant duties in absence.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pennington County in Rapid City is seeking an Administrative Specialist to support department leadership and manage confidential projects independently. The role requires preparing a wide range of documents for the public and agencies, and maintaining critical contract/grant files.

You will oversee vouchers and payroll, manage equipment, and provide leadership to administrative staff while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures. This is a full-time county office position in Rapid City.