Connecticut
Introduction
Are you an innovative professional looking for the next step in your career? If so, we encourage you to read the posting below and apply today! The State of Connecticut, Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) is accepting applications for an Administrative Assistant in the Office of Financial Review and Compliance in Hartford, CT.
Position Highlights Full time, 40 hours per week Monday through Friday schedule. First shift hours. Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103. Hybrid opportunity, combination of in-office and telework, in accordance with the Telework Policy.
About Us The Department of Economic and Community Development is the state's lead agency responsible for strengthening Connecticut’s competitive position in the rapidly changing, knowledge-based global economy. The agency takes a comprehensive approach to economic development that incorporates community development, transportation, education, and arts and culture. The Office of Financial Review and Compliance underwrites economic and community development projects to be funded by the department and is responsible for compliance monitoring to assure adherence to state and federal statutes, regulations and contractual requirements. This is a support unit for all DECD’s programs.
Examples of Duties Performs the most complex office administrative duties as described in the following areas: TYPING, FILING, CORRESPONDENCE, REPORT WRITING, INTERPERSONAL, PROCESSING, SECRETARY, OFFICE MANAGEMENT. Tasks include formatting and typing correspondence, designing filing systems, composing complex letters and memoranda, researching and assembling statistical and narrative reports, interpreting established policies and procedures, screen letters and memos, arranging and coordinating meetings, authorizing purchases and payments, and assisting in interviewing and hiring office support staff.
Knowledge, Skill and Ability Considerable knowledge of office administration and management; department and/or unit policies and procedures; proper grammar, punctuation and spelling; business communications; knowledge of business math; considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to operate office equipment, including computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment, and office suite software.
Minimum Qualifications – General Experience Four (4) years of experience above the routine clerk level in office support or secretarial work.
Minimum Qualifications – Special Experience One (1) year of the General Experience must have been as a Secretary 2 or its equivalent.
Minimum Qualifications – Substitutions Allowed College training in the secretarial sciences may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of 15 semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with office expenditure and billing procedures. Experience with Excel, specifically logging data, creating charts and tables and utilizing pivot tables. Experience communicating on the phone and in writing with stakeholders. Experience creating surveys using online survey tools. Experience using Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Outlook.
Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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Position Highlights Full time, 40 hours per week Monday through Friday schedule. First shift hours. Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103. Hybrid opportunity, combination of in-office and telework, in accordance with the Telework Policy.
About Us The Department of Economic and Community Development is the state's lead agency responsible for strengthening Connecticut’s competitive position in the rapidly changing, knowledge-based global economy. The agency takes a comprehensive approach to economic development that incorporates community development, transportation, education, and arts and culture. The Office of Financial Review and Compliance underwrites economic and community development projects to be funded by the department and is responsible for compliance monitoring to assure adherence to state and federal statutes, regulations and contractual requirements. This is a support unit for all DECD’s programs.
Examples of Duties Performs the most complex office administrative duties as described in the following areas: TYPING, FILING, CORRESPONDENCE, REPORT WRITING, INTERPERSONAL, PROCESSING, SECRETARY, OFFICE MANAGEMENT. Tasks include formatting and typing correspondence, designing filing systems, composing complex letters and memoranda, researching and assembling statistical and narrative reports, interpreting established policies and procedures, screen letters and memos, arranging and coordinating meetings, authorizing purchases and payments, and assisting in interviewing and hiring office support staff.
Knowledge, Skill and Ability Considerable knowledge of office administration and management; department and/or unit policies and procedures; proper grammar, punctuation and spelling; business communications; knowledge of business math; considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to operate office equipment, including computers, tablets, and other electronic equipment, and office suite software.
Minimum Qualifications – General Experience Four (4) years of experience above the routine clerk level in office support or secretarial work.
Minimum Qualifications – Special Experience One (1) year of the General Experience must have been as a Secretary 2 or its equivalent.
Minimum Qualifications – Substitutions Allowed College training in the secretarial sciences may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of 15 semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years.
Preferred Qualifications Experience with office expenditure and billing procedures. Experience with Excel, specifically logging data, creating charts and tables and utilizing pivot tables. Experience communicating on the phone and in writing with stakeholders. Experience creating surveys using online survey tools. Experience using Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Outlook.
Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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