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Administrative Assistant Iv

Employer
Fairfax County Government
Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Salary
$45,204.64 - $75,341.14 Annually
Closing date
Mar 25, 2023

Job Details

Job Announcement

Performs lead administrative duties for the Director of Aging Services. Ensures coordination of administrative processes for the division including: -development and implementation of division-wide administrative policies, procedures, work processes, and activities -effective coordination and communication with other DFS divisions, county and state agencies, public officials, DFS advisory boards, DFS clients, and the public -management of division support services to include workflow, document processing, systems integration, workload and priority determination -working as a team with other DFS administrative support staff to ensure division, program and agency priorities are addressed efficiently and effectively. Works with limited direction to address identified objectives. Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and proficiency with personal computers and a variety of software applications are required. In addition, the work requires an extensive knowledge of programs and services offered in the division as well as a general knowledge of other programs and services provided by DFS, other human service agencies, and other county agencies and the key personnel for each area. The position must be sensitive to confidential issues, and exercise initiative, creativity and sound judgment to resolve difficult or unusual situations. Requires occasional evening and/or weekend work in order to provide support to one of the department's advisory boards.

The assigned functional areas of this position are high level administrative duties, Fiscal administration, Communication, and/or Information systems and software.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to high school graduation and three years of experience providing administrative support in the assigned functional area(s).

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Valid driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a driving record check, and a check of the Child Protective Services Registry to the satisfaction of the employer.

All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two weeks after the last required dose) as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs may be subject to a weekly testing requirement. Vaccinated employees and employees with a medical or religious exemption will complete the attestation online on their first day of employment or shortly thereafter.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Vocational / Technical Degree : Executive Assistant
  • 2 year / Associate Degree : Administrative Professional
  • Non Degree Program : Administrative Professional

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Sufficiently mobile to move between building floors and to set up facilities for meetings.
Ability to use automated technology.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to handle multiple priorities.
All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 39.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we are committed to providing county services to individuals regardless of English proficiency. Qualified candidates who are bilingual in English and another language are encouraged to apply for this job opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.

Company

Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.

Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.


BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans

Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.

Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.

For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.

Company info
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Location
12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US

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