Program Assistant V

Job summary
Program Assistant VSupporting children and adults at the Granville County Department of Social ServicesProviding various services and assistance to Social Workers and Program Supervisors
Job seniority: mid-to-senior level
Responsibilities
• Assisting with data entry, tracking, and report writing• Requesting, receiving, and disseminating client information• Maintaining, filing, and scanning records• Creating foster care vouchers• Developing letters, memos, and reports• Conducting independent research when necessary• Promoting promptness, accuracy, and flexibility• Dealing with a wide variety of personalities• Coordinating appointments, meetings, and conferences• Supervising or coordinating other staff
Requirements
• High School graduation• At least three years of office assistant/secretarial experience• OR completion of a two-year secretarial science or business administration program with one year of relevant experience• OR equivalent combination of training and experience
Key Skills Needed
• Substantive knowledge of program procedures, methods, and practices• Strong written and oral communication skills• Ability to analyze information and make decisions• Organizational and administrative skills• Ability to learn and interpret policies, regulations, and programs• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities• Ability to supervise or coordinate staff
Benefits
• 401(k)• Dental insurance• Flexible schedule• Health insurance• Life insurance• Paid time off• Vision insurance