Administrative Assistant 1 (Local Government)

Are you looking for a challenging and multi-faceted career? Wayne County Human Services Drug & Alcohol Commission is searching for an individual with exceptional work ethic and dedication to positively enhance the lives of others in the community. This position allows you to utilize your experience to provide administrative and clerical support, ensuring operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Apply today to experience the satisfaction of public service while enjoying a professional career in our Drug and Alcohol Office!

As an Administrative Assistant 1, you will be responsible for maintaining state and county data systems, assisting with provider contracting, processing service authorizations, preparing reports, and performing various administrative duties. Our ideal candidate will have strong data entry, communication, and organizational skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with electronic records systems. Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining and updating electronic data tracking and scheduling systems
• Supporting provider contracting, including preparing and routing contracts
• Processing service authorizations and billing, including Health Choices invoicing
• Coordinating Drug and Alcohol Advisory Board meetings and documentation
• Providing technical assistance and training to staff on data systems
• Performing general clerical and administrative support tasks

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Work often includes irregular hours including evenings and weekends.
  • Occasional over night travel or out of county travel for meetings or trainings may be required.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Such training as may have been gained through graduation from a four year college or university; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a drug screening.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.