Transportation Administrative Assistant - Kanawha Co.

State of West Virginia

Charleston (WV)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Retirement plan
Paid holidays
Sick leave
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible working hours

Job summary

State of West Virginia seeks a Transportation Administrative Assistant who reports to the Contract Administration Division. This role performs full-performance level clerical tasks requiring interpretation of office procedures and regulations, including posting to logs, typing documents, and calculating benefits.

This entry-level position may require travel and a valid driver’s license; it offers opportunities within a government environment with comprehensive benefits and ongoing development.

Qualifications

  • Graduation from a standard high school or the equivalent.
  • No prior experience required.
  • Travel may be required; a valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

  • Reports to the Contract Administration Division and performs full-performance level clerical tasks.
  • Posts information to logs or ledgers and checks for completeness.
  • Types a variety of documents and prepares/assembles materials.
  • Calculates benefits and performs related administrative duties as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Transportation Administrative Assistant

Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” The Transportation Administrative Assistant will report to the Contract Administration Division. This position performs full-performance level work in multiple-step clerical tasks calling for interpretation and application of office procedures, rules and regulations. Tasks may include posting information to logs or ledgers and checking for completeness, typing a variety of documents, and calculating benefits. Performs related work as required.

Nature of Work

Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” The Transportation Administrative Assistant will report to the Contract Administration Division. This position performs full-performance level work in multiple-step clerical tasks calling for interpretation and application of office procedures, rules and regulations. Tasks may include posting information to logs or ledgers and checking for completeness, typing a variety of documents, and calculating benefits. Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications
Training/Education
  • Graduation from a standard high school or the equivalent.
Experience
  • No prior experience required. This is the entry level classification in this series.
Additional Requirement
  • Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.
Other Information
  • Candidate Contact Name: Lena Shavers
  • Phone Number: 304-414-6816
  • Email Address: lena.m.shavers@wv.gov

Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits. Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month) Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium.

Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance)

The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit. Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate. Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act. Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes. Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives.

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