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Maryland Department of Transportation

Administrative Assistant I

Maryland Department of Transportation, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


Administrative Assistant I

Salary

$37,271.00 - $58,911.00 Annually

Location

Baltimore City

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

4836-MTA-AdminAssis-10/24-MA

Department

Maryland Transit Administration

Opening Date

10/22/2024

Closing Date

11/5/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Description

Benefits

Description

MARYLAND TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION

Administrative Assistant I

(Admin Assistant I) (4836)

Career Service

Open to all qualified applicants

ACCEPTING ON-LINE APPLICATIONS ONLY

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Are you seeking a job where your work is rewarding and provides excellent benefits? The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) invites you to apply today to be considered for a position that provides customer service to the citizens of Maryland every day. MTA is one of the largest transit systems in the United States and is seeking dynamic and energetic individuals to join the MTA team!

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is recruiting for an "Administrative Assistant I". The "Administrative Assistant I" will serve as the eyes and ears of the office by providing information, answering questions, and responding to requests. Ensure optimal use of office equipment, supplies, and inventories through preventive maintenance and management. Maintain efficient workflow by analyzing and refining standard operating procedures, including scheduling, communications, and office layout. Coordinate internal and external resources to streamline workflow and meet deadlines, while overseeing the achievement of organizational goals and upholding best practices. Provide front-desk coverage by managing a busy multiline phone system, greeting guests, handling incoming and outgoing mail and shipments, and ensuring the office environment is clean and organized. Additionally, offer administrative support to senior leaders, including email correspondence and the creation and distribution of memos, letters, spreadsheets, forms, and faxes. Plan, organize, and schedule company meetings, both in the office and off-site, as well as via videoconference. Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements for employees, and maintain filing systems, contact databases, employee lists, and inventory records.

Qualifications

Education: Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: One year of experience in secretarial or clerical work involving typing or stenographic duties.

Notes:

Applicants may substitute additional secretarial or clerical experience on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Applicants may substitute an Associate of Arts degree with a major in Secretarial Science from an accredited college for up to two years of the required experience.

U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as defined under the Minimum Qualifications may be substituted for the required education and experience on a year-for-year basis.

Licenses & Certifications

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

Additional Information

Protective Equipment Requirements: Protective equipment is required for the performance of duties approximately 10% of the time. Employees will be expected to wear and use various types of protective equipment, including safety shoes, safety vests, protective clothing, eye protection, and hearing protection. Additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required depending on the specific job or task being performed.

TO APPLY

You must complete a Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) application (Form DTS-1) to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes may not be substituted for the application. Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant experience in detail and addressing the specific requirements shown above. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for within MDOT, one of the Transportation Business Units, or the Authority.

NOTE : Applications not completely filled out will not be considered. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. Employees are subject to the State Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing.

It is highly recommended that applications be completed and submitted online by registering at www.mdot.maryland.gov/employment. Make sure you meet the minimum and selective qualifications and follow the instructions on MDOT's Online Employment Center website.

Applicants with degrees granted outside of the United States will be required to provide a written evaluation of education documentation by a credentialing organization such as: International Credential Evaluation (WES), https://www.wes.org/ .

Reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities will be provided as requested.

The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

The Maryland Department of Transportation is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-18 Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees; all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

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WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MTA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Issue Date: 10/24/24

Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:

https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152

Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!

*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.

Agency

Maryland Department of Transportation

Address

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Phone

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Website

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