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Job Description: The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the region's success, including growth and development, transportation, water resources, services for older adults, and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the region's collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives, the provision of objective information, and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.

The ADRC Triage Support Specialist will work in coordination with the Access to Services Section manager and ADRC supervisors to provide advanced and complex administrative support for the ADRC that includes ADRC intake processing; compilation of data for reporting; organization and tracking of ADRC intake information; and general staff support. The primary function of this position is to assist with calls and referrals into the ADRC, triage ADRC intakes to identify correct priority level and assignment and enter client information into approved client management database(s). This is a part-time, temporary position up to 15 hours per week.

This role is fully remote after the introductory period. There are occasionally times that this position requires coming into the office. Individual must reside in Georgia.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepares, organizes, and maintains files, logs and records; enters and updates system data; reviews and maintains schedules; photocopies documents; maintains and secures confidential and sensitive information; Responsible for answering incoming calls through the designated phone system, triaging callers' needs, and routing inquiries appropriately. Provides basic research in assigned areas; compiling information and entering information into related databases; extracts information from databases and creates and edits charts and reports; Compiles, organizes, and tracks data and information; reviews and verifies data for accuracy and completion; prepares and distributes standard reports, notices, requests, documents and/or correspondence; monitors completion, authorization and timely return of applicable documents and forms; Provides clerical and administrative office support that may include scheduling meetings; coordinating meeting logistics; maintaining and ordering supplies; reception duties; preparing and mailing correspondence and providing customer service. Perform other duties as assigned to support agency goals and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED and four years of related administrative support or customer service experience OR An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of the Aging Network, experience in the field of aging/disabilities SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Selected candidate will be subject to a criminal background check. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies: Ability to input, monitor, and track data and monitor data for accuracy Skilled in responding to requests and distributing program information Skilled in compiling data and statistics for reports Ability to follow directions and meet standards Skilled in providing attention to detail in assignments Ability to maintain confidential information Skilled in providing quality customer service Knowledge of software applications used to create charts, graphs, and other visual documents Skilled in processing and tracking transactions including financial materials and/or program applications Ability to work in collaboration with other team members and unit supervisors Ability to compile and assess data to identify trends Ability to work independently, establish priorities and organize work Ability to multi-task with attention to detail and strong time management skills Ability to organize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage and prioritize competing demands Possess excellent communication skills, including both written and verbal Possess excellent customer service skills Knowledge of database operations sufficient for entering and extracting data Possess strong analytical, technical, and organizational skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams and PowerPoint) and data management systems.

Additional Information About ARC: The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is the regional planning and intergovernmental coordination agency that focuses on issues critical to the region's success, including growth and development, transportation, water resources, services for older adults and workforce solutions. ARC is dedicated to unifying the region's collective resources to prepare the metropolitan area for a prosperous future. This is done through professional planning initiatives, the provision of objective information and the involvement of the community in collaborative partnerships.

ARC Strategic Framework Vision - ONE great REGION Mission Statement The Atlanta Regional Commission fosters thriving communities for all within the Atlanta region through collaborative, data-informed planning and investments. Our Goals Healthy, safe, livable communities in the Atlanta metro area. Strategic investments in people, infrastructure, mobility, and preserving natural resources.

Regional services delivered with operational excellence and efficiency. Diverse stakeholders engage and take a regional approach to solve local issues. A competitive economy that is inclusive, innovative, and resilient.

Our Core Values Excellence | A commitment to doing our best and going above and beyond in every facet of our work allowing for innovative practices and actions to be created while ensuring our agency's and our colleague's success. Equity | We represent a belief that there are some things which people should have, that there are basic needs that should be fulfilled, that burdens and rewards should not be spread too divergently across the community, and that policy should be directed with impartiality, fairness and justice towards these ends. Integrity | In our conduct, communication, and collaboration with each other and the region's residents, we will act with consistency, honesty, transparency, fairness and accountability within and across each of our responsibilities and functions.

Application Process: The Atlanta Regional Commission is looking for individuals who enjoy working in a public service environment where the mission is to improve the quality of life for the citizens of the Atlanta region. ARC serves as a forum where leaders come together to discuss and act on issues of regionwide consequence, so it is important that our staff share the public entrepreneurial spirit that defines ARC. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, ARC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, sex, religion or disability.

To request a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or testing process, please contact ARC at 404-463-3100 or Human Resources via email at hr@atlantaregional.org.