NEOGOV · 1 day ago
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 3
Carson City
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$46K/yr - $67K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Administrative Assistant 3 for the State of Nevada Public Employees’ Benefits Program. The role involves answering calls from employees and retirees regarding benefits, managing inquiries, and performing clerical and administrative duties to support the unit's operations.
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Responsibilities
Receive, review, approve or deny applications and requests for program services; make initial eligibility determinations; contact applicants for additional information and clarification as required; explain reasons for ineligibility, program regulations and requirements, and available remedies such as an appeal process; review appeals and make initial determinations or refer to higher level staff for response or disposition
Coordinate communications between the manager and other professional and administrative staff both within and outside the work unit; receive and relay sensitive information related to agency activities, personnel and clientele; provide explanations regarding established policies and procedures
Review documents prepared by others for program compliance; identify discrepancies, resolve problems and provide guidance to lower level staff; authorize and approve documents within assigned parameters
Compose documents and materials including correspondence, memoranda, reports, charts and other items in support of program and agency operations; provide and explain information including applicable rules, regulations, guidelines, policies and procedures; distribute materials to concerned parties according to established distribution lists or on an as-needed basis. Research information from a variety of internal and external sources including the Internet for projects which may include unique purchases; identify sources of information and communicate with vendors and others concerning technical aspects of the project/purchase; evaluate and compare information; report findings to the supervisor
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or equivalent education and three years of progressively responsible relevant work experience which included experience in one or more of the following areas: maintenance of complex records and files; public/customer relations including explaining detailed policies, regulations and requirements; preparation and processing of financial and statistical documents such as payroll, travel, claims and budgeting forms; and assisting staff and management with projects and activities
One year of experience as an Administrative Assistant II in Nevada State service
An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
A State of Nevada/FBI background check will be required of the selected applicant
This position requires a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility at the time of appointment and for continuing employment
This position requires Intermediate Level experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
This position requires customer service experience
Benefits
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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