Administrative Specialist (Temp)

Job Description:

Administrative Specialist (Temp)

Description

Overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic administrative specialist to perform temporary office support within our Water Quality program and Strategic Planning, Health Equity and Partnerships Program in the Department of Health and Environment. The ideal candidate will perform functions including coordinating purchasing for teams, supporting community events and meetings, data collection activities, document preparation, customer service and reception activities, and answering process and program-related questions. This position is expected to last between 6 and 12 months.

The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment works to provide everyone in Larimer County the opportunity for a healthy life and values strategy, professionalism, equity, and teamwork. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in every aspect of our operations. We recognize that unconscious bias can undermine our DEI efforts, so we actively address it through ongoing education, training, and open dialogue. If you are committed to learning and engaging in actively cultivating a workplace that prioritizes inclusivity for marginalized communities, please consider applying and join us on our journey to foster a workplace where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are not just words, but principles that drive our collective success.

This is a part-time, temporary position expected to last six months, with the potential to extend up to 12 months. The work schedule will generally fall between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM on designated weekdays, Monday through Friday, as coordinated with program supervisors. This position offers flexibility for remote and hybrid work, with occasional evening hours required.

To be considered for this position, please attach a cover letter and resume to your application.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing

• Purchasing and coordinating food and supply orders.
• Supporting administrative functions for the Child Fatality Review of Larimer County.
• Assisting with planning and executing community events in the department.
• Managing scheduling, setting up, and following up for partner meetings in the department.
• Developing agendas, minutes, and other programmatic documents.
• Providing administrative and documentation support to various teams and staff in the department.

To view the full job description, visit- https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Administrative_Specialist_TEMP.

What we're looking for

• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
• Proficiency with routine software and business applications, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with correct grammar and spelling.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees, representatives of other agencies and organizations, and community members.
• Commitment to regular, predictable attendance.
• Skill in operating standard office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, and computers.
• Ability to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional customer service skills for interacting with clients and the public.

Qualifications

To move forward in the hiring process, candidates must meet the required minimum qualifications. That said, we encourage you to think about your unique background and skills before applying. People often underestimate how their experiences match up with a role’s needs. We encourage you to apply if you meet the minimum qualifications and believe your skills and perspective can add value to this position.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• One (1) year of experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar office administrative duties and responsibilities required.

Benefits
For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits

Supplemental Information

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

The Department of Health and Environment has a vaccine requirement. Successful candidates will be required to comply with the vaccine requirements or request a waiver.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the closing date listed.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.

For all temporary positions, sick leave and our Employee Assistance Program are available and other benefits may be available.

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular/Limited Term positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts / Health Savings Account
• Short and Long Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match.
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick and holidays.

Click here to view information on Larimer County's Benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 2/10/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

Salary:

$24.00 - $26.00 Hourly