State of Iowa
Administrative Assistant Job at State of Iowa in Des Moines
State of Iowa, Des Moines, IA, United States
Salary : $42,057.60 - $61,817.60 Annually
Location : Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-01397
Agency: 309 Iowa Workforce Development
Opening Date: 11/22/2024
Closing Date: 12/2/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag: #LI-POST
Point of Contact: Wendy Greenman, wendy.greenman@iwd.iowa.gov
Job Description
Join Iowa Workforce Development as an Administrative Assistant in our Workforce Services division, located at 1000 E Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA. This entry-level position will provide you with an exciting opportunity to enter state government and serve fellow Iowans.
About Iowa Workforce DevelopmentIowa Workforce Development (IWD) is a state agency dedicated to providing exceptional employment services and connecting employers with skilled workers. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and aligning services with workforce demands, IWD offers comprehensive support to job seekers and employers through a statewide network of IowaWORKS Centers.
Your Role as an Administrative Assistant
In this entry-level position with IWD, you'll support the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program by communicating with program stakeholders; processing tax credit applications; tracking and reporting on workload; identifying opportunities for streamlining work processes, system settings, and configurations. In addition to your work on the WOTC program, you'll provide administrative support to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title II Adult Education program team by reviewing, processing, and validating financial reimbursement requests from program service providers; track program expenditures; serve as a point of contact for program stakeholders; and draft, review, and finalize documents and reports and then prepare them for final publication and distribution.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Joining the IWD team and becoming a State of Iowa employee comes with a range of valuable benefits, including:
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
No applicant seeking employment with the Iowa Department of Workforce Development can have a current, ongoing overpayment balance with Iowa Workforce Development without a payment plan in place.? Select positions will be subject to a criminal background check.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
Additional Qualification Requirements
Why Choose the State of Iowa?
At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset - our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.
Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyGain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.
Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
Join Us - Elevate Your Career:
Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!
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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?
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Have you graduated with a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university?
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How many years do you have of a combination of full-time work experience in accounting, secretarial or office support work involving: collecting, compiling, reporting, examining and/or editing numerical data; coding/qualifying persons for benefits, licenses or other transactions; preparing/keeping budgetary accounts and projections; organizing/implementing office support operations; advising on procedural processes; orother work which provided direct support/exposure to substantive agency programs AND/OR post high school education? 30 semester hours of course work equals one year of experience.
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Secretary 2, Clerk Specialist, Public Service Supervisor, Accounting Technician (any level), Purchasing Assistant or Human Resources Technical Assistant for the State of Iowa?
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Location : Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 25-01397
Agency: 309 Iowa Workforce Development
Opening Date: 11/22/2024
Closing Date: 12/2/2024 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag: #LI-POST
Point of Contact: Wendy Greenman, wendy.greenman@iwd.iowa.gov
Job Description
Join Iowa Workforce Development as an Administrative Assistant in our Workforce Services division, located at 1000 E Grand Ave., Des Moines, IA. This entry-level position will provide you with an exciting opportunity to enter state government and serve fellow Iowans.
About Iowa Workforce DevelopmentIowa Workforce Development (IWD) is a state agency dedicated to providing exceptional employment services and connecting employers with skilled workers. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and aligning services with workforce demands, IWD offers comprehensive support to job seekers and employers through a statewide network of IowaWORKS Centers.
Your Role as an Administrative Assistant
In this entry-level position with IWD, you'll support the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) program by communicating with program stakeholders; processing tax credit applications; tracking and reporting on workload; identifying opportunities for streamlining work processes, system settings, and configurations. In addition to your work on the WOTC program, you'll provide administrative support to the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Title II Adult Education program team by reviewing, processing, and validating financial reimbursement requests from program service providers; track program expenditures; serve as a point of contact for program stakeholders; and draft, review, and finalize documents and reports and then prepare them for final publication and distribution.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Processing tax credit applications via computer or hard copy and issuing decisions based on established policies and procedures.
- Processing electronic financial documentation and update and maintain spreadsheets, records, and documents.
- Monitor grant awardee progress to ensure program expenditures meet grant requirements and are within grant budgets.
- Apply and interpret state and federal regulations, rules, and policies to ensure program compliance.
- Use Microsoft Office at an intermediate level to produce high-quality program documents.
- Serve as a main point of contact for program stakeholders.
- Coordinate correspondence with program staff and stakeholders.
- Develop and train others on work procedures, data tracking and reporting.
- Collect data and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on programs for agency leadership.
- Other duties assigned.
Joining the IWD team and becoming a State of Iowa employee comes with a range of valuable benefits, including:
- Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off, including nine paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with no cap on the sick leave accrual.
- Prepare for the future with the IPERS retirement package, as well as an additional optional deferred compensation retirement plan.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care.
- Free Life and Long-term Disability Insurance with the option to purchase additional coverage.
- Employee Assistance Programs and Discount Programs for support.
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.
Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
No applicant seeking employment with the Iowa Department of Workforce Development can have a current, ongoing overpayment balance with Iowa Workforce Development without a payment plan in place.? Select positions will be subject to a criminal background check.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in any field.
- A total of four years of education (as described in number one) and/or full-time experience in accounting, secretarial, or office support work collecting, compiling, reporting, examining and/or editing numerical data; coding and qualifying people for benefits, licenses, or other transactions; preparing and keeping budgetary accounts and projections; organizing and implementing office support operations; advising on procedural processes; or other work that provided direct support and exposure to substantive agency programs, where one year of full-time experience is equal to 30 semester hours of education.
- Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to 12 months of full-time work as a Secretary 2, Clerk Specialist, Public Service Supervisor, Accounting Technician (any level), Purchasing Assistant, or Human Resources Technical Assistant
Additional Qualification Requirements
- Position requires successful completion of a criminal background check to include FBI fingerprinting.
- Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit
Why Choose the State of Iowa?
At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset - our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.
Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyGain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.
Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
Join Us - Elevate Your Career:
Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!
01
Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely. Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question. Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
- Yes - I understand and agree.
- No
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?
- No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
- Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
03
Have you graduated with a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university?
- Yes
- No
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How many years do you have of a combination of full-time work experience in accounting, secretarial or office support work involving: collecting, compiling, reporting, examining and/or editing numerical data; coding/qualifying persons for benefits, licenses or other transactions; preparing/keeping budgetary accounts and projections; organizing/implementing office support operations; advising on procedural processes; orother work which provided direct support/exposure to substantive agency programs AND/OR post high school education? 30 semester hours of course work equals one year of experience.
- I do not have any of the combined education and/or experience
- Less than two years of the combined education and/or experience
- Two years to less than four years of the combined education and/or experience
- Four years or more of the combined education and/or experience
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Are you a current State of Iowa employee (executive branch)? IF YES - How many months of experience do you have in the classification of Secretary 2, Clerk Specialist, Public Service Supervisor, Accounting Technician (any level), Purchasing Assistant or Human Resources Technical Assistant for the State of Iowa?
- I am not a State of Iowa employee
- Less than 12 months of the required experience
- 12 months or more of the required experience
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