Office Assistant III-FNS

Primary Purpose The primary purpose of this position is to provide clerical and/or technical support for the entire Income Maintenance Division and will provide back up to other areas of the Agency as needed. Essential Functions Creating, maintaining and tracking reports, as well as handling, recording and distributing volumes of mail related to Food Assistance Program eligibility. Maintaining spreadsheets, sending out recertification to clients, coordinating recertification documentation consisting of logging and distribution to appropriate work teams. Filing and public contact via telephone, or walk-in, to assist clients in working with caseworkers to obtain required information. Minimum Education and Experience High school graduate/GED and one year of clerical experience required. Working knowledge of data entry procedures through computer systems. Must be knowledgeable in operation of computers and other office machines including typewriter, calculator and copier. Basic knowledge of state computer systems and data entry experience preferred. Must be able to understand and prioritize work to adhere to County, State and Federal timeframes. Must be able to type a minimum of 40 words per minute. Additional Information Performs other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, the Income Maintenance Administrator and the Director. Provides receptionist duties at times to Central Clerical.