Administrative Assistant Job at Siouxland Heritage Museums in Sioux Falls

About the Position

We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to join the Minnehaha County Human Services department. As the first point of contact, you will represent the department to clients and the public in need of services.

What You Will Do

• Respond to public and client inquiries, provide referrals, and assist with the application process for county assistance.
• Act as an active, engaged team member who can handle complex situations with diplomacy and professionalism.
• Maintain exemplary communication skills across all interactions.
• Use Microsoft Office and other software specific to the Human Services office.
• Prepare, review, and process vouchers, billings, and purchase orders.
• Monitor office supplies, reorder when needed, and maintain office equipment.
• Screen incoming mail and correspondence and route it to the appropriate team members.

Required Skills & Experience

• High school diploma or GED with one year of increasingly responsible clerical experience (or comparable education and experience).
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment background check.
• Ability to perform moderately complex secretarial and clerical tasks with independent judgment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and data entry accuracy.
• Commitment to team success through the completion of tasks, duties, and projects.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $23.02/hour - $25.38/hour
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid holidays; generous PTO; extended sick leave program
• South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS) participation with 6% match (8% for certified law enforcement)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Paid Time Off: approximately 16 days/annual (128 hours)
• Holiday Leave: 11 days/annual
• Extended Sick Leave: approximately 6 days/annual
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care

EEO Statement

Minnehaha County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, or ancestry, citizenship, sex or gender including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. Arrangements for accommodation for disabilities can be made by contacting Human Resources at (605) 367-4337.