Temporary Office Assistant 2 Energy Assistance (Multiple Opportunities)

Description

We are filling 2 full time 40 hours / wk positions lasting up to 5 months. These are in person not remote.

Position Summary

Why Its a Great Opportunity :

As an administrative professional with proven customer service and office administration experience you will have the unique opportunity to be a part of a team that supports the Energy Assistance Program with application processing. You will help customers in person and on the phones answering questions completing applications and processing requests as residents of Pierce County seek assistance with their heating bills.

Learn about the Energy Assistance Program here.

Why Its a Great Department :

Pierce County Human Services is the community and human services arm of the Pierce County government. It is the largest contributor to Pierce Countys safety net providing services and funding to nearly 170 agencies and governmental jurisdictions. The department collaborates with its community partners including other public and non-profit funders and service providers to understand current and emerging community and human services needs. The department strives to create and invest in a comprehensive and integrated regional services system.

We encourage you to learn more about our department by clicking here .

How to be Successful in the Role :

Bring in your customer service and modern administrative practices along with a can do approach and you will thrive in this role. We are looking for someone who can communicate effectively with audiences of various social cultural ethnic educational and economic backgrounds and maintain professionalism the public and fellow employees even in stressful and unpleasant situations. Multi taskers those with a high level of computer savvy and quick learners will be successful in this environment. Must be reliable as well as have an attention to detail to produce accurate work.

Your Future in this Role :

Learning will involve close interaction with team leads as well as continual professional development courses taken monthly. Pierce County offers professional development robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.

Core Daily Responsibilities :

Process incoming applications for completeness

Utilize the databases associated with the program and enter client information

Communicate with clients about application status and next steps.

Prepare and distribute client notices

Work effectively within the team and provide support for the team as needed.

Provide general receptionist duties.

For a list of all responsibilities click here.

Qualifications

Recruiting Requirements :

• One year of general office experience
• Additional education or related experience may substitute for the recruiting requirements

Special Requirements / Qualifications :

Supplemental Information

To be considered for this opportunity please :

This is a competitive selection process. Your application form will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education / experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 4 to 6 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include written oral and performance examinations and final interviews.

At

Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single

step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable

access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop

and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures

lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the

County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will

you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Key Skills

Typing,Microsoft Office,Data Entry,Customer Service,Computer Skills,Microsoft Outlook,QuickBooks,Office Experience,10 Key Calculator,Front Desk,Filing,Administrative Experience

Employment Type : Temp

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1