Transportation County Office Manager - Preston Co.

State of West Virginia; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of West Virginia is seeking a Transportation County Office Manager for Preston County within the Department of Transportation. The role covers daily administrative operations, payroll, procurement, travel, staff supervision, and responding to inquiries from employees and the public.

The position includes coordinating staff, preparing annual evaluations, and compiling reports on efficiency and expenditures. Travel may be required and a valid driver’s license is necessary.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a standard high school or the equivalent.
• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience performing increasingly responsible administrative support work in an office setting.
• Substitution: Successful completion of college courses or business school courses may be substituted through an established formula for the experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily administrative operations of the Preston County organization within the Department of Transportation.
• Include payroll, personnel transactions, procurement, travel, and purchasing card coordinator responsibilities.
• Receive and respond to employee inquiries and inquiries or complaints from the general public.
• Coordinate the work of the county office staff including the storeroom, supervise and assign work to staff, review work upon completion, and complete annual employee evaluations.
• Compile data and prepare various reports on the county's efficiency, expenditures, and other reports as needed.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nature of Work

Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” This position is the Transportation County Office Manager overseeing all daily administrative operations of the Preston County organization within the Department of Transportation. Includes payroll, personnel transactions, procurement, travel, and purchasing card coordinator responsibilities. Receives and prepares responses to employee inquiries and inquiries or complaints from the general public. Coordinates the work of the county office staff including the storeroom, supervises and assigns work to staff, reviewing work upon completion, and completing annual employee evaluations. Compiles data and composes various reports on the county's efficiency, expenditures, and various other reports as needed. Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

TRAINING/EDUCATION

Graduation from a standard high school or the equivalent.

Experience

• Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience performing increasingly responsible administrative support work in an office setting.
• Substitution: Successful completion of college courses or business school courses may be substituted through an established formula for the experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years.

Additional Requirement

• Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Melissa Chipps
• Phone Number: 304-326-0103
• Email Address: [e-mail]

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.

Military Leave - Paid Military Leave

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.

Credit Union

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. For more information about benefits visit our Benefits Web Site.