Job Description

Under the supervision of the Pottawatomie County Clerk, the Office Assistant is a full-time, non-exempt position under FLSA. This position provides clerical support for the office of the County Clerk. Duties may vary based on departmental needs and includes basic clerical skills such as typing, filing, and customer service.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (required):

• Provides courteous & professional service for internal and external customers;

• Enters complete and accurate data using departmental software;

• Reliable and dependable attendance;

• Review accounts payables, real estate, and specials for accuracy;

• Assist in the process of deeds, affidavits and court documents;

• Maintain an accurate filling system for accounts payable and voter registration documents;

• Assist in the election preparation and voter registration;

• Process homestead filings and Fish and Game / Federal Duck permits.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: The employee must have a thorough knowledge of computer software, and a working knowledge of mathematics, bookkeeping and elections. The employee must have excellent interpersonal, bookkeeping, office practices, and organizational and oral communication skills. The position requires the ability to read, comprehend, and write neatly and legibly.
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Must have and maintain a clean driving record for this position. A \xe2\x80\x9cclean\xe2\x80\x9d record is defined as: No misdemeanor or felony convictions for traffic/vehicular offenses (such as but not limited to DUI, vehicular homicide, reckless driving, hit and run, etc.) that are less than five (5) years old; no more than two (2) at fault or chargeable accidents that are less than five (5) years old; no more than two (2) traffic infractions (such as but not limited to speeding, failure to yield right of way, etc.) that are less than one year old.
Drug Free Workplace: Pottawatomie County is committed to a Drug-Free Workplace. By submitting my application I understand the County requires the successful completion of a post-offer pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment. This position may also require additional testing, which may include written, verbal, or physical assessments.
For questions regarding employment with Pottawatomie County, please contact Human Resources at 785-457-3455, PO Box 348, Westmoreland, KS 66549, or e-mail humanresources@pottcounty.org.
Pottawatomie offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes, Health, Vision and Dental insurance plans, KPERS/KP&F retirement, a deferred comp plan, and more. Read about Benefits here.
Completion of an employment application does not constitute an offer of employment nor is a completed application considered a contract of employment. Employment with Pottawatomie County is considered to be \xe2\x80\x9cat-will\xe2\x80\x9d. Submission of an application does not establish an obligation for Pottawatomie County to offer an interview or employment. Additionally, any misrepresentation or omission of information on the employment application may result in the rejection of the application or in dismissal from employment.
Pottawatomie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer - our vacancies are open to all eligible, qualified applicants.
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