Administrative Associates II - Office Assistant

Agency
Dept of Agriculture , Consumer Services
Division
North Carolina Forest Service
Job Classification Title
Administrative Associate II (S)
Position Number
60032238
Grade
NC02
About Us
The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services provides services that promote and improve agriculture, agribusiness, and forests; protect consumers and businesses; and conserve farmland and natural resources for the prosperity of all North Carolinians. The Department employs approximately 2,000 employees.
Description of Work
*** This is a readvertisement. All previous applicants MUST reapply to be considered. ***
Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.
The North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) is designated as an emergency response Division and a team of professionals who provide forest protection, resource management, and environmental education to the residents and landowners of NC through a variety of programs. The NCFS provides services to the 100 counties in NC.
The primary purpose of this position is to assist and support the Assistant District Forester in the forest management program area. Also provides support and assistance to the District Forester and Office Manager in relation to other areas of North Carolina Forest Service (NCFS) program delivery. Duties include but are not limited to: preparing and reviewing computer-generated documents; electronic and hard copy filing; file organization; general accounting and accounts receivable; invoicing; reception and directing of the public; human resource and personnel assistance; purchasing and requisition according to agency standards; maintenance of local computer and technology systems; and emergency response relating to financial and/or administrative support of wildfire suppression or other "all-risk" emergency incidents as needed.
A computer competency and basic accounting skills test will be administered during the interview.
Duty Station Location: 220 Sardis Road, Asheville, NC 28806
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $51,249
Working knowledge of accounts payable and receivables.
Ability to use correct spelling, punctuation, and specialized vocabulary.
Ability to utilize office equipment and other technology to meet work needs such as: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and QuickBooks.
Ability to navigate the internet to gather, retrieve, enter, create, proofread, and accurately edit a variety of clerical documents.
Ability to multitask and set priorities as well as manage time efficiently to meet expected deadlines.
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Any employment offer may be less than the maximum of the range due to salary equity with similarly situated employees or the selected candidate's related education and experience.
Please follow the instructions to apply online. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and experience. Text or attached resumes ARE NOT accepted as a substitution for a completed application. Applicants seeking veteran's/National Guard preference should submit a copy of their Form DD-214, NGB 23A (RPAS), DD256 or NGB 22.
All Law Enforcement positions, aviation safety-sensitive positions, and positions requiring a Pilot's License or a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing. All positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License shall also be subject to pre-employment DMV physicals. Selected applicants must obtain a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) medical certificate prior to employment. If a CDL is listed as a preference and the selected applicant has a CDL at the time of hire, then the CDL will become a requirement for the position.
* Note: When required, you must answer the question(s) for this position, or your application will be considered incomplete. *
Questions regarding this posting? Contact 919-707-3201.
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and one year of administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Alyssa Bartholomew Hollick
Recruiter Email: agr.workday@ncagr.gov