Administrative Assistant B

Overview

We are seeking a new member for our team of long-term civil servants in the Workers' Compensation program. This office is responsible for monitoring and case management for all claims of work-related injuries in the state. The work of this position includes paper file processing and interfiling, mail sorting, data entry, answering phones, providing general information, and office admin duties such as ordering supplies.

 

Our office anticipates the completion of a modernization effort in the coming year. This is expected to alter the job duties of this position, eliminating most paper processing and manual data entry work, creating greater efficiency, and allowing more growth and development for this position.

 

This position is responsible for complex administrative work as an assistant to the Program Manager and has significant collaborative interaction with other division or department staff, outside service providers, and the public. Work is performed under the supervision of an administrative superior, with leeway for independent action and the expectation of self-management.

Who May Apply

This position, Administrative Assistant B (Job Requisition #51294), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact berrian.eno-vanfleet@vermont.gov.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are performed predominately in an office setting. Private means of travel should be available for occasional travel when appropriate. Incumbents must be adaptable and able to work within tight time limits and under considerable stress. Some evening and weekend duty may be necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

OR

Associate's degree and one (1) year providing administrative-level duties for a project, program, or operation

OR

High school graduation or equivalent and two (2) years performing administrative-level duties for a project, program, or operation.

 

Note: Administrative duties are those beyond general clerical or secretarial, such as interpretation of laws, rules and regulations; data collection and analysis; managing support services; and implementing program policies and procedures.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.