Administrative Assistant Job at Munro Footwear Group in Helena

Job Description - Administrative Assistant (25141838)

Position Title:

The Montana Public Employee Retirement Administration (MPERA) is committed to providing secure and sustainable retirement benefits to nearly 60,000 members and retirees. The agency administers eight retirement plans and is dedicated to customer service, member education, and operational efficiency.

We are seeking an Administrative Assistant with attention to detail and strong work ethic to join our team. This position will be supervised by the agency’s Education and Customer Services Bureau Chief and will serve as an Administrative Assistant for the Montana Public Employee Retirement Administration. The incumbent will receive, sort, open, date stamp, and distribute all incoming retirement system mail to proper staff for processing. In addition, the incumbent will ensure out-going agency mail is properly sorted for mail pick up and will r eceive members of the public in the front office and answer general questions about retirement system membership, contributions, payments, refunds, tax withholding and also refer certain inquiries to proper agency staff.

Why should you keep reading and consider working here?

We know you have other work options, but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana. Our foundation of success is having effective working relationships, built on mutual trust and respect. We challenge you to be the best you can be and will work hard to provide a work environment that allows you to succeed. This is a great foot in the door opportunity for anyone looking to gain employment with a state agency or is looking for a change out of their current role.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

· High school graduate or equivalent;

· Two years of successful clerical experience emphasizing data entry and independent sorting, prioritizing, and processing of various documents, preferably in a fast-paced production environment;

· Alternative combinations of experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Ability to:

· Utilize current office software effectively in role;

· Provide excellent written and verbal communication skills;

· Provide and receive general information concerning retirement, survivorship benefits; membership, contributions, payments, refunds, direct deposits, and tax withholdings; and

· Receive, sort, open, date stamp, and distribute all incoming retirement system mail to proper staff for processing.

Does this sound like you?

If you feel you have the qualities to be successful in this position, please apply by submitting your resume, cover letter, and three professional references . In your cover letter, discuss how your skills and abilities translate to success for both you and MPERA.

What can you expect from us in return for your work at our agency?

Ø Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:

- Work/life Balance

- Health Coverage

- Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays

Ø Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Other important information to be aware of.

· This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.

· Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

20.68 - 20.68 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

Number of Openings

: 1 Employee Status : Regular Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type

: Standard

Shift

Shift

: Day Job

Travel

: No

Primary Location

Primary Location

: Helena Agency : Montana Public Employee Retirement Administration - MPERA Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Posting Date

: Aug 13, 2025, 3:19:56 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Aug 28, 2025, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Cover Letter, Resume, References

Contact Name : Lindsey Pitsch-Trenary | Contact Email : lindsey.trenary@mt.gov | Contact Phone : 406.444.4620 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.

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