Administrative Assistant II - Utilities

York County is located in the Piedmont region, between the Broad River and the Catawba River. Its diverse landscape is home to family-friendly towns/cities, a progressive urban region and lakefront communities. We are excited that you want to join our team and recognize that our employees are the foundation for our success.

Mission Statement- York County provides quality public services in an open, efficient, and responsive manner.

Vision Statement - York County provides an environment where all citizens and businesses can thrive and succeed.

Core Values -Excellence through Professionalism

• Respect - respect builds bridges, not silos. How we live it? Golden rule - treat others as you want to be treated.
• Dedicated- strong work ethic. How we live it? Persistence, reliability and commitment to do your best.
• Integrity- do the right thing instead of what is convenient. How we live it? Displaying strong moral principles.
• Knowledgeable- ready and able. How we live it? Having the right competencies necessary for achievement.
• Friendly- service with a smile. How we live it? Being respectful, pleasant and helpful to ALL.
  
  

The Utilities Department operates and maintains water and sewer systems in defined service areas in eastern York County and western York County. The department purchases water from the City of Rock Hill. The county has in excess of 22,000 retail customers in its service areas. York County also provides service to the City of York. Sewer service is provided through a collection system owned by York County with treatment being provided by the City of Rock Hill's Manchester Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility.We invite you to apply to join our team as an Administrative Assistant II within the Utilities Department. The purpose of this position is to provide routine and complex technical, clerical, and administrative duties and provide responsible assistance in support of effective and efficient Department operations; to represent the department and County to clients and the public and provide professional, courteous customer service at all times to all customers.

Projected Hiring Range/Pay Grade 109: $18.50 - $22.20 per hour. Salary is based on qualifications.

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm (40 hours per week).

Our Total Compensation Package

• Compensation – competitive market-rate pay, and negotiable based on qualifications.
• Comprehensive State Medical Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Deferred Compensation 401K Plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program (Student Loan Forgiveness Program)
• 11 Paid Holidays 3 Optional Holidays
• Longevity Pay
• SC State Retirement Plan Pension (required)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Sick Bank
• Critical Care and Cancer Insurance
• Wellness Screenings
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Professional Development / Trainings / Conferences
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides office management ensuring effective and efficient office operations and compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, and standards of safety and quality.
• Provides general administrative/clerical support, including but not limited to maintaining files, entering and retrieving computer data, preparing spreadsheets, processing daily mail, copying and filing documents, sending and receiving faxes, assembling materials, and maintaining lists and logs, etc.
• Provides information and assistance to telephone callers and/or forwards calls to appropriate personnel, takes messages, relays information via radio to field personnel, and greets and assists visitors.
• Receives, reviews, and responds to inquiries and complaints regarding department programs and services.
• Manages asset management/work order software systems; enters new maintenance work orders and processes completed maintenance work orders.
• Tracks and enters inventory of items given to schools and distributed at public events and other department functions, and tracks orders to ensure work is completed.
• Processes daily inbound and outbound charge tickets for disposal fees and the billing of recyclables.
• Receives receipts and records checks received daily; processes account payable and receivable; assists in preparing division's budget; monitors account balances, and follows-up on overdue accounts.
• Creates new customer accounts, processes transfer or disconnect requests, and may make appropriate billing adjustments
• Plans, coordinates, and participates in department sponsored education & outreach and collection events.
• Assists in researching, compiling, organizing and/or processing information, documentation, or statistical data.
• Performs related work as assigned.
  
  

Education And Experience

• Associates degree or specialized training equivalent to two years of college education or an equivalent combination of education and clerical experience.
  
  

Certifications And Licenses

• Notary Public Commission or the ability to obtain.
  
  

Applicants with equivalent experience and/or education may be considered.Physical Demands:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
  
  

Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance

York County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

Standard Clauses

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of the County.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.