Administrative Assistant Jobs in Rochester, MN (NOW HIRING)

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Expected starting salary is $32.07 to $42.83. Full salary range is $32.07 to $53.58.

Associate's degree from an accredited college in business, administrative assistant or related field and two (2) years of experience in a customer focused position.

OR

Combination of education and experience equivalent to four (4) years of experience in a customer focused position.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver's license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years.

Under general supervision, provides general administrative assistance to the division directors and department supervisors of Physical Development with specialized focus for Public Works, Parks and Trails, Soil and Water Conservation District, Environmental Resources, and Planning, carries out special projects, assists in handling internal communications and serves as a liaison to other divisions/departments. Provides input into department plans, policies and strategies; assists in the development of internal procedures and systems to increase the overall efficiency of the administration of service delivery.

• Researches, analyzes and provides relevant information and materials required to facilitate administrative management decisions and may make recommendations
• Acts as liaison and department representative for other agencies and County departments
• Schedules, coordinates and facilitates meetings, conferences, and events. Creates/coordinates agendas and materials for the division directors and department supervisors. Attends meetings with the directors/supervisors and keeps detailed records of meetings including minutes. Maintains calendars for senior management and makes travel arrangements as necessary
• Develops, recommends changes and implements efficiencies to internal policies and procedures to facilitate the functions of the departments
• Develops and maintains records, files, policies and manuals for the departments. Applies records retention and destruction procedures
• Creates correspondence, presentations, compiles reports and other communications on behalf of the directors and/or departments
• Participates on the department management team by providing input into department plans, policies and strategies
• Serves as the initial point of contact for non-routine inquiries from agencies, other departments, and members of the public requiring information or assistance from the departments
• Coordinates the purchasing of supplies and equipment, assists with purchase orders and organization of technology equipment for assigned departments.
• Provides basic computer and office equipment technical support to department users
• Serves on various committees and represents the departments as assigned
• Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor

• Thorough knowledge of department programs, policies, procedures and nature of business
• Thorough knowledge of office practices, procedures and equipment
• Skill in the use of basic business math
• Skill in the preparation of correspondence and reports
• Skill in the use of computers and technology
• Skill in verbal and written communication
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to perform moderately complex administrative tasks and to plan and organize work efficiently
• Ability to effectively relate to and communicate with a wide range of individuals
• Ability to effectively gather, analyze and explain information clearly, correctly and accurately
• Ability to make decisions in accordance with precedents and regulations and to apply these to work situations
• Ability to maintain complex records and to prepare detailed reports
• Ability to research and assess technological advances in office systems and record keeping
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non-essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non-essential job duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act, the following represents the Physical and Environmental Demands:

Function: - 24% or Less - 25% - 49% - 50%-74% - 75% or more

Office environment - X

Sitting, standing - X

Walking, reaching, handling - X

Pushing up to 20 pounds - X

Lifting up to 10 pounds - X

Repetitive hand movements, typing/data entry - X

Talking, hearing - X

Operate vehicle - X

Close vision, accommodation - X

Distance and color vision, depth perception, field of vision - X

Sedentary (exert up to 10 pounds of force) - X

Light effort (exert up to 20 pounds of force) - X

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Provisional employees are eligible for benefits if employment is projected to be 12 months or longer and work at least 40 hours per pay period. This document is a brief Summary of Benefits for Olmsted County Employees on the Paid Time Off Program. Paid Time Off Employees over.5 FTE accrue Paid Time Off (PTO) based on their length of service as follows: First year to 5 years of service - accrue up to 23 days 6 to 10 years of service - accrue up to 25 days 11 to 15 years of service - accrue up to 27.5 days 16 to 20 years of service - accrue up to 30 days 21 to 26 years of service - accrue up to 32.5 days Over 26 years of service - accrue up to 35 days Employees begin accruing PTO on their first day of work and can use it as soon as accrued with supervisor approval. Flexible Time Leave All regular, full-time employees and part-time employees who are scheduled to work at least twenty (20) hours or more per week on an ongoing basis shall receive up to 28 hours (prorated by FTE) of paid FTL at their regular base pay each calendar year. Commencement of Employment # of FTL Hours Between January 1 and June 30 28 Hours Between July 1 and August 31 16 Hours Between September 1 and November 30 8 Hours Between December 1 and December 31 0 Hours Paid Holidays Olmsted County recognizes the following legal holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve (4 hours when December 24th falls on a Monday – Thursday only), Christmas Day Employee Health and Insurance Benefits Health, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Health Care Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account benefits become effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. Health Insurance The self-insured Olmsted County Employees' Health Plan is administered by Medica. Under the plan, eligible employees and their dependents have access to all providers in the Medica Health Plan Solutions network, including Mayo Clinic and Olmsted Medical Center. The plan offers a comprehensive preventive care program to help protect the health of employees and their dependents, 80% co-insurance on most services (after deductible) and access to Nice Healthcare, which offers no-cost virtual and in-home appointments, labs, x-rays, and more. There is a base in-network deductible of $1,500/person, $4,500/family with the opportunity to earn a reward to lower the deductible to $500/person, $1,500/