Office Secretary III - Allegany County Health Department

## LOCATION OF POSITION MDH, Allegany County Health Department, Cumberland, MD ## Main Purpose of Job This position is located in the Local Behavioral Health Authority (LBHA) office

This position will include general secretarial functions such as answering the phones, managing paper and electronic inquiries, maintaining the office filing system, and maintaining overall organizational function of the office

This position will serve as the purchasing agent and inventory clerk for the office

This position will draft general and technical correspondences assigned by the director; proofreading staff generated reports for accuracy; assist the general public with health department questions and behavioral health inquiries

## MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate

Experience:

Three years performing secretarial or clerical work involving typing duties

Notes:

1

Additional secretarial or clerical experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education

2

Thirty credit hours with a major in secretarial science or office technology from an accredited college may be substituted at the rate of thirty credits for one year of experience for up to two years of the required experience

3.Candidates may substitute U.S

Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Administration classifications or Administrative, Clerical, or Office Services specialty codes in the Administrative Support field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience

## DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS The preferred candidate should possess the following: - Strong organizational skills with both electronic and paper filing

- Experience tracking multiple projects and exhibiting flexibility

- Good communication skills and ability to create and maintain strong, professional relationships

## SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Demonstrated ability to accurately type on a keyboard of a personal computer at a minimum of forty words per minute may be required, depending on the specific requirements of the position

## SELECTION PROCESS Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation

The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position.Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work.Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable

For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview)

Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date.Information submitted after this date will not be added

Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application

Candidates may remain on thecertified eligible list for a period of at least one year

The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies

## BENEFITS [

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

](http://dbm.maryland.gov/jobseekers/Pages/BenefitsEmployment.aspx){target="_self"} ## FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS Online applications are highly recommended

However, if you are unable to apply online,the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to MDH, Recruitment and Selection Division, 201 W

Preston St., Room 114-B, Baltimore, MD 21201.Paper application materials must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks wi l be accepted

If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload

If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested informationto 410-333-5689.Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment

All additional information must be received by the closing date and time

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact theMDH Recruitment and Selection Division at 410-767-1251

If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or[Application.Help@maryland.gov]{target="_blank"}

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: 410-767-1251 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country

People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.