State of South Dakota
Program Assistant I – State of South Dakota
Agency:
Department of Labor & Regulation – Electrical Commission
Location:
Pierre, SD
Salary:
$20.89–$23.49 per hour (dependent on qualifications)
Pay Grade:
G
Employment Type:
Full‑time, 40‑hour work week
Responsibilities The South Dakota Electrical Commission seeks a motivated self‑starter for the role of Program Assistant I. Responsibilities include licensing and permitting tasks and other duties related to these processes. The position may also assist other boards or commissions as needed.
Ideal Candidate Excellent customer service and business English skills—including grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ability to work with modern office equipment, practices, and procedures. Strong prioritization skills to ensure timely and accurate completion of work with an emphasis on attention to detail.
Knowledge Of
Licensing best practices
Technology and applying standard processes to new technology
Public relations and customer service
Skill To
Type accurately in correspondence
Proofread and edit rough copy for grammar, spelling, syntax, and style
Organize and coordinate activities
Research and compile data
Screen documents against requirements, compare with established references, and verify accuracy and completeness
Ability To
Communicate concisely and effectively
Read and comprehend written materials
Accurately record, file, and transmit information
Accomplish assigned professional tasks
Exercise tact, patience, and discretion with diverse individuals
Screen calls, take messages, greet clients, and refer people
Sort and file documents
Enter information from documents into spreadsheets and databases
Adapt to change and initiate improvements in assigned work activities
Work cooperatively with others to promote a friendly work climate and achieve shared goals
What We Offer Beyond the Paycheck
No nights or weekends – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Health insurance (low & high deductible single and family plans)
Well‑being program
Employee assistance program
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings account
Basic life insurance coverage (free to employee)
Membership in South Dakota Retirement System
Vacation leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
Sick leave (14 paid sick days)
Paid family leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption)
Military leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
11 paid holidays
Longevity pay
Semimonthly pay periods
Additional Requirements To be considered, please attach your resume. Veterans’ preference is available per ARSD 55:10:02:08. If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, submit the certificate with your application—although it is not required.
Other Information The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas. All hired individuals must verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete Form I‑9. E‑Verify will be used upon hire. The position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=35L. Emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
Contact: South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources – Telephone: 605.773.3148 – Email: careers@state.sd.us – http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
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Department of Labor & Regulation – Electrical Commission
Location:
Pierre, SD
Salary:
$20.89–$23.49 per hour (dependent on qualifications)
Pay Grade:
G
Employment Type:
Full‑time, 40‑hour work week
Responsibilities The South Dakota Electrical Commission seeks a motivated self‑starter for the role of Program Assistant I. Responsibilities include licensing and permitting tasks and other duties related to these processes. The position may also assist other boards or commissions as needed.
Ideal Candidate Excellent customer service and business English skills—including grammar, spelling, and punctuation. Ability to work with modern office equipment, practices, and procedures. Strong prioritization skills to ensure timely and accurate completion of work with an emphasis on attention to detail.
Knowledge Of
Licensing best practices
Technology and applying standard processes to new technology
Public relations and customer service
Skill To
Type accurately in correspondence
Proofread and edit rough copy for grammar, spelling, syntax, and style
Organize and coordinate activities
Research and compile data
Screen documents against requirements, compare with established references, and verify accuracy and completeness
Ability To
Communicate concisely and effectively
Read and comprehend written materials
Accurately record, file, and transmit information
Accomplish assigned professional tasks
Exercise tact, patience, and discretion with diverse individuals
Screen calls, take messages, greet clients, and refer people
Sort and file documents
Enter information from documents into spreadsheets and databases
Adapt to change and initiate improvements in assigned work activities
Work cooperatively with others to promote a friendly work climate and achieve shared goals
What We Offer Beyond the Paycheck
No nights or weekends – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
Health insurance (low & high deductible single and family plans)
Well‑being program
Employee assistance program
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings account
Basic life insurance coverage (free to employee)
Membership in South Dakota Retirement System
Vacation leave (15 paid vacation days per year)
Sick leave (14 paid sick days)
Paid family leave (40 hours per week for twelve weeks for birth or adoption)
Military leave (15 paid days per calendar year)
11 paid holidays
Longevity pay
Semimonthly pay periods
Additional Requirements To be considered, please attach your resume. Veterans’ preference is available per ARSD 55:10:02:08. If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, submit the certificate with your application—although it is not required.
Other Information The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas. All hired individuals must verify identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete Form I‑9. E‑Verify will be used upon hire. The position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=35L. Emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
Contact: South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources – Telephone: 605.773.3148 – Email: careers@state.sd.us – http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
Recruitment Notes Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2x.
Get notified about new Program Assistant jobs in Pierre, SD.
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