DSS Specialist II
1 week ago
Palmyra, United States
Virginia Jobs
Full time
Hiring Range: $44,542 to $49,230 Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Additional Detail
Performs complex clerical, administrative, and technical work within an inclusive team environment; duties may be varied and based on program mandates and policies. Performs related work as required under the general supervision of a unit/department supervisor. Demonstrates extensive knowledge of department, division, or unit policies, procedures, and services. Ability to communicate services and offerings to other professionals and the public. As an organization, ACDSS is committed to building a diverse team of contributors who believe and work from the foundation of our core values of equity and inclusion, hope, respect, opportunity, and self-determination. Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience and internal equity.
- Coordinates activities of unit/department;
- Responsible for a variety of routine and complex administrative or semi-technical assignments;
- Serves on agency management teams, community, and other multidisciplinary teams;
- Prepares agendas and other documentation for meetings, including meeting minutes;
- Prepares, edits, and disseminates a variety of time-sensitive, legal, and/or public documents;
- Collects unit data and prepares reports for manager review;
- Maintains contracts and documentation for service vendors and providers;
- Responsible for entering rates into the Financial System;
- Assists in resolving difficult customer-related issues;
- Elevates difficult questions and callers to the next level when necessary;
- Performs related tasks as required.
- Comprehensive knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, equipment, and clerical techniques.
- Thorough knowledge of departmental functions, organization, and policies.
- Ability to make difficult arithmetic calculations.
- Ability to create and work within complex forms and tables.
- Comprehensive knowledge of business English and spelling.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal customers, community partners, and the public.
- Basic to Intermediate level proficiency in office-related software. Intermediate level proficiency in County or Department-specific databases.
- Ability to use a variety of office equipment, including computer, copier, postage meter, Fax, printer, multiple-line phone, paper folder, laminator, projector, and scanner.
- High school diploma supplemented with related clerical or administrative experience in social services or related field OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Workers in this position are required to drive and they must meet the eligibility requirements of the County's safe driver policy.
- Workers must be willing to travel occasionally overnight and may be required to assist in managing emergency shelters for the public.
- The candidate may be subject to criminal history and central registry background checks.
- None.
- Works with the public via an office setting and/or telework. Involves frequent walking or standing and light lifting.
- Regular operation of office equipment and occasional operation of vehicles.
- Daily contact with clients and families and the community.
This position is eligible for a hybrid remote work schedule that is in compliance with the County's Remote Work Policy and meets the operational and service needs for the position. All County staff must maintain residence within the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Albemarle County Core Values:
Albemarle County holds its employees to the highest standards in fulfilling the County's Vision and Mission. We believe in excellence in public service through
Community: We expect diversity, equity and inclusion to be integrated into how we live our mission.
Integrity: We value our customers and co-workers by always providing honest and fair treatment.
Innovation: We embrace creativity and positive change.
Stewardship: We honor our role as stewards of the public trust by managing our natural, human, and financial resources respectfully and responsibly.
Learning: We encourage and support lifelong learning and personal and professional growth.
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Contact Information:
For questions related to this posting, please contact:
Kiersten Trader, ktrader@albemarle.org