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State of Utah

JJYS - Office Specialist II

State of Utah, Provo, Utah, us, 84605

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Salary:

$16.00 Hourly Location :

Sevier County, UT Job Type:

Full Time Job Number:

46029 Agency:

250 Health & Human Services Unit:

9306 DHHS JJYS CENTRAL UTAH YC YTH SV Opening Date:

08/12/2025 Closing Date:

8/18/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA:

Non-Exempt Recruiter:

Michael Schultz, michaelschultz@utah.gov # of Openings:

1 Location:

Central Utah Youth Center449 North SR 118 Richfield, Utah, 84701 Background Check:

You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Schedule Code:

B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits:

This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. EEO Statement:

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

Job Description JJYS Office Specialist II - Richfield

Are you a motivated and organized individual who enjoys feeling a sense of accomplishment? If you have the passion & drive to make a difference, apply today!

The ideal candidate is able to

Work independently and is able to use sound judgment Maintain confidentiality Multi-task and prioritize workload efficiently in order to accomplish tasks and meet deadlines. Communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in written form. Principal Duties Providing customer service when clients, family, or community partners visit. Attending meetings and take minutes. Coordinate meetings, trainings, and JJYS events. Providing administrative support Working with families and youth General office cleaning Answering multi-line phones Data entry, prepare and process correspondence. Maintain files and record keeping systems Preference May be given to candidates who have advanced office skills and knowledge of JJS's mission & goals. May be given to candidates who are 19+ years of age. May be given for education

Benefits The State of Utah offers a total compensation package that consists of much more than your paycheck. Some of the generous benefits that the State of Utah provides are: 3 medical plans, 3 dental plans, 4 vision plans, 401K match, 104 hours of annual leave, 104 hours of sick leave, 11 paid holidays, free counseling & wellness benefits and much more.

Please click on the link to see the competitive that begin on

DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT!

Our Team

Employees within Juvenile Justice Youth Services have an opportunity to see the impacts that their hard work and dedication does for the well-being of today's youth. Together, we can help to improve the lives and welfare of troubled youth.

For more information on Juvenile Justice Youth Services with the Department of Health and Human Services, please click

here!

Only applicants invited to interview will be contacted. Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

FMLA General Notice: (right click + open link in new tab) (clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?) 01

This position is in Richfield, Utah. Are you willing to work in this location?

Yes No

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Are you a current JJYS employee?

Yes No

03

Due to the nature of our youth facility, we may give preference to a candidate who is 19+ years in age. Are you 19+ years in age?

Yes No

04

Please select your highest level of education completed.

High School Diploma Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree NA

05

Do you have experience supervising staff?

Yes No

06

Have you ever hired or trained staff?

Yes No

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How many years of experience do you have in multi-tasking in a fast paced, high volume office setting?

None 1-3 years 4-6 years 7+ years

08

Please rate your experience in dealing with multiple projects such as making travel arrangements, scheduling appointments, conference rooms, planning and implementing workshops and meetings.

0-2 years 3-4 years 5-6 years 7+ years

09

Please select the number of functions you have performed in the last 5 years. Check all that apply.

Filing Answering multi-line phones Typing correspondence Maintaining calendars Setting appointments Taking minutes Data entry Office cleaning Providing customer service

10

Please select the items below that you have used in a professional office setting. Check all that apply.

Excel Word PowerPoint Google calendar Google docs Email Internet searches

11

How many years of experience do you have using email, the internet, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and Google Applications (Sheets, Docs, Calendar, etc.) in a professional office setting?

Less than 1 year 1-3 years 4-6 years 7+ years

12

This position requires general office cleaning. Are you willing to perform this task?

Yes No

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#Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.

State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah) Referred by a Friend or Family Indeed Other External Job Board or Site LinkedIn Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov) Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc) Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague) University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc) Contacted by a Recruiter Career or Job Fair Internship Interviewed for different position Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc) Other (not listed above)

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