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The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Department of Human Services (DHS) merged on July 1, 2022, to form one agency, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). HHS, General Business Services team, is seeking an Administrative Assistant 2 that will be responsible for overall administrative support for the General Business Services bureau.
Summary:
This is a full-time opportunity, working Monday – Friday with typical hours being from 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM at the Lucas Building on the beautiful Capitol Complex, with free onsite parking.
Core Essential Functions:
- Serves as overall administrative support for the Bureau of General Business Services to assist with
- Manages HHS fleet cars including central office scheduling, maintenance, repairs and replacement of
- Attends meetings, including but not limited to DAS general service and building meetings, quarterly
participates in discussions and represents the Bureau Chief's and Agency's position regarding
department and statewide issues related to the operations or needs of the agency in which General Business Services oversees
- Assists with the annual individual county office budget developments and supports the LAE program
- Assists with writing Bureau policies and procedures and maintains the General Business Services
- Serves as the Department's building maintenance, parking, and badge access liaison with DAS.
- Other duties as assigned during the course of normal job duties or during an emergency.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have good written and verbal communication skills
- Be able to understand and interpret State requirements and regulations
- Identify threats and opportunities related to programs under their direction
- Communicate with and train external partners on the programs under their direction
- Be able to prioritize work assignments to effectively meet deadlines
How to Apply:
For help creating a profile or entering your information, please go to the online Employment Application Guide. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
We have a great total compensation package for all our full-time employees, including:
- Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) (Employee contributes 6.29%/State of Iowa contributes 9.44%)
- Retirement Investors Club (RIC) (Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan) (State of Iowa matches up to $75/month)
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (See below for more details)
- Vacation Leave (96 hours/year)
- Sick Leave (144 hours/year)
- Paid Holidays (9 days/year)
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance ($20,000 paid for by the State of Iowa)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer
HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages foster youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS (HHS) system to apply. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are also encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in any field, and experience equal to one year of full-time administrative support (e.g., screening visitors and callers; opening/distributing mail, typing/proofing documents, letters, and reports; organizing files; scheduling meetings/appointments; arranging travel; processing travel claims; ordering supplies/equipment) or technical support work (e.g., determining budget, personnel, and equipment needs; compiling/evaluating statistical, historical, economic, business, financial or technical program data; interpreting or securing compliance with laws, rules and regulations; reviewing operating records/reports and evaluating their effectiveness).
- A total of five years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number one) where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
- Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to 12 months of full-time work as an Administrative Assistant 1.
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Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS.
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
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