Administrative Assistant for Equalization & Planning - Meade County, SD

• Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance; refers to appropriate personnel.
• Completes property transfers for real estate and mobile homes.
• Receives, reviews, and processes state program applications; compiles spreadsheets and balances with other departments.
• Prepares, schedules, and submits appropriate information in support of Board of Equalization meetings.
• Processes various payments.
• Maintains office supply inventory and reorders as needed.
• Issues rally vendor permits and processes related payments.
• Provides support to realtors, appraisers, and the public in the use of the GIS software system.
• Processes and reviews owner occupied electronic and paper files.
• Performs related duties.

• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the provision of customer services.
• Skill in the maintenance of files and records.
• Skill in the use of such office equipment as a computer, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

• The work consists of related administrative duties.  Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support for department operations. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of those operations.

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, other county employees, elected and appointed officials, property owners, appraisers, bank personnel, attorneys, real estate professionals, mortgage companies, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of South Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

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