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Minnesota Department of Human Services

Office & Admin Specialist Int

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9mo

Working Title: Office & Admin Specialist Int

Job Class: Office and Administrative Specialist, Intermediate

Agency: Human Services Dept

  • Job ID: 79499
  • Location: Anoka
  • Telework Eligible: No
  • Full/Part Time: Part-Time
  • Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
  • Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
  • Date Posted: 08/17/2024
  • Closing Date: 08/28/2024
  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Human Services Dept / DHS Anoka Metro Trt Ctr AFSCME
  • Division/Unit: Adult Mental Health / Nursing Support
  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Rotating Shift, 6a-2:30p & 2p-10:30p, 20 hours per week
  • Days of Work: varies, including every other weekend
  • Travel Required: No
  • Salary Range: $20.45 - $27.12 / hourly
  • Classified Status: Classified
  • Bargaining Unit/Union: 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
  • Work Area: Anoka Regional Treatment Ctr
  • FLSA Status: Nonexempt
  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment.

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Anoka-Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC) has a new exciting opportunity for a Nursing Staff Coordinator to join our team! AMRTC is an acute psychiatric facility providing services to adults with mental illness. As the Nursing Staff Coordinator you will be assisting the Nursing Administration Officers and Units to coordinate staff scheduling and provide backup clerical support to the Nursing Department. Other responsibilities may include:

  • Checking our scheduling system daily for shift changes and any other variances from scheduled staff hours.
  • Filling schedule and other staffing needs with intermittent employees.
  • Making schedule changes.
  • Scheduling Float employees to cover nursing units.
  • Answering phones, directing calls, taking messages and relaying information.
  • Greeting staff and directing to appropriate area and providing assistance.
  • Checking schedules/rosters for errors and notifying appropriate personnel for correction.
  • Providing backup assistance as requested.
  • Part-time position, to work 20 hours per week*

Minimum Qualifications

  • Word processing skills sufficient to develop and modify a variety of correspondence, records and reports; perform mail merges, develop forms and charts.
  • Data entry skills sufficient to create database records and update entries or create and apply the basics of spreadsheets and supply/retrieve information in databases.
  • Spreadsheet skills sufficient to develop and modify basic spreadsheets and sort and extract data.
  • Typing/keyboarding skills sufficient to take meeting minutes; complete a variety of reports, letters and data summaries.
  • Math skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and decimals, as well as calculate averages.
  • Customer service skills sufficient to provide information to clients, including phone calls and walk-in contacts in helpful and courteous manner.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly and thoroughly describes your experience in the areas listed.

Reference/Background checks - The Department of Human services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

How To Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Kayla Evenson at [email protected] or 651-431-2071.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kayla Evenson at [email protected].

CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date.

About Human Services Dept

DHS operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

  • A sense of purpose in their work
  • Connection with their coworkers and communities
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • 12 paid holidays each year
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
    • Fertility care, including IVF
    • Diabetes care
    • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
  • 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
  • Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
  • Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
  • Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
  • Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

  • Training, classes, and professional development
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

  • A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
  • Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
  • Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] and let us know the support you need.