What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Lake County Illinois?
General Description
Perform administrative and general office duties in support of the 19th Judicial Circuit Court. Provide customer service to clients regarding division and administrative processes.
Hours of Work
- Generally, 8am- 5pm Monday - Friday
Essential Functions
- Answer correspondence pertaining to the division or department; compile various reports as requested
- Process incoming/outgoing correspondence for urgency and distribute correspondence to appropriate person(s)
- Assist customers with basic and complex questions over the phone, in person or by mail
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment when it is not working properly
- Maintain Office supplies
- Route phone calls to appropriate personnel or department, return calls and take messages as needed
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all required activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, programs, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time.
Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required
- Strong interpersonal communication skills to be able to communicate with internal and external customer
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of computer software programs i.e. word processing, spread sheets, custom applications and office machines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Knowledge of general office work
- Ability to multitask
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Completion of High School education
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
Supplemental Information
Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Only employees who have completed the probationary period are eligible for a transfer or promotion.
Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal