Description

Red Envelope Consulting is seeking a dynamic office assistant for Marion County Public Health Department, an organization that celebrates diversity, and seeks to employ a diverse workforce. We actively encourage all individuals to apply for employment and to seek advancement opportunities. Marion County Public Health Department also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law. 

Job Role Summary

This position is responsible for performing secretarial and quasi-administrative tasks supportive to the activities of the assigned District Health Office. This position is responsible for performing clerical and clinic duties as a member of the health care team that provides services to individuals, families and various community agencies throughout Marion County. Cross training for other assignments may occur as job related activities dictate. There may be some traveling to other sites in Marion County. 

Requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 to 3 years of previous work experience.
• Computer skills including typing skills of a minimum of 30 words per minute.
• Minimum of an equivalent of an Associate Degree or an Associate Degree in a Business-Related Field

Licenses/Certifications Required

• Valid Indiana Driver’s license
• Access to own car and current automobile insurance 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Must be attentive to detail.
• Must have skills in effective interpersonal communication in a multicultural setting.
• Must have good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work efficiently and accurately with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work efficiently under pressure.
• Must be flexible in working with a variety of community partners.
• Must be able to organize work assignments and be self-motivated to function independently.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment.
• Requires knowledge of communities and organizations may come in contact.
• Work collaboratively with a broad range of people.
• Interact tactfully and diplomatically with colleagues, personnel and the public.
• Maintain confidentiality of information according to HIPAA.
• Assist with clinic duties, as needed.

Working Environment

CONTACTS - INTERNAL/EXTERNAL:

• Department Staff
• Organization-wide staff
• Clients
• Community agencies
• Vendors/suppliers
• Government agencies
• Schools

MENTAL/VISUAL/PHYSICAL STRAIN

• Unconfined sitting, working at a computer; attending meetings; standing and walking; steady use of hands – data entry; limited lifting and carrying.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.