Dept. of Public Safety Administrative Assistant

in Navajo County, AZ

Job Description

Administrative Assistants are responsible for a variety of coordinative and administrative support functions such as researching information, compiling data, preparing reports, monitoring and tracking of the budget, coordinating projects/programs, making recommendations and resolving complaints and problems. Performs related duties as assigned. This is a competitive classification.

Requires three (3) years of administrative support experience involving the use of personal computers and desktop software such as Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications OR administrative support experience and related education to total three (3) years. 

Note: One (1) year of experience is equivalent to thirty (30) semester hours of coursework from an accredited college or university.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Office setting.
May be required to travel to perform certain work functions.

Progression to the next step requires an overall performance rating of at least "Standard" in the last 12 months.

Applicants must complete an examination process. A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants. DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).