ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I Job at MyFlorida in Tallahassee

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I

Date: Nov 21, 2024

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Requisition No: 841926

Agency: Florida Gaming Control Commission

Working Title: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I

Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 41500511

Salary: $33,760 - $34,772

Posting Closing Date: 12/05/2024

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FLORIDA GAMING CONTROL COMMISSION

Division of Administration

Class Title: Administrative Assistant I

Hiring Salary: $33,760.00 - $34,772.00 annually

Position Number: 41500511

***OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY***

* Anticipated Vacancy *

Overview:

The Florida Gaming Control Commission ("FGCC") is a five-member commission appointed by the Governor. The FGCC is charged with investigating and enforcing Florida pari-mutuel and gaming statutes and rules.

Position Responsibilities:

The FGCC's Division of Administration, is searching for an Administrative Assistant I to serve as the Runner and backup Receptionist for the FGCC. This position:

+ Performs all daily runner duties for FGCC which includes, but is not limited to, picking up warrants from the Capitol, making deposits on a daily basis, etc.;

+ Maintains documentation/files;

+ Operates a motor vehicle as required to fulfill the duties of the position;

+ Serves as the backup to the Front Desk Receptionist;

+ Operates FGCC's switchboard, answering all incoming calls, transferring, etc.;

+ Processes all FGCC incoming mail, date stamp, and distribute mail appropriately;

+ Responsible for administration's outgoing mail, preparing mailing labels and sending overnight mail to vendors;

+ Assists the Fleet Coordinator with related duties and provides support to other functional areas within the Division of Administration;

+ Manages the supplies inventory for all employees;

+ Assists all administrative personnel with clerical tasks; and

+ Performs special projects and/or other related work at the direction of the Director of Administration.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, all levels of management, and customers;

+ Proficient computer skills;

+ Knowledge of administrative principles and practices;

+ Knowledge of office procedures and practices;

+ Knowledge of the methods of data collection;

+ Knowledge of the principles and techniques of effective communication;

+ Ability to prepare correspondence and administrative reports;

+ Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies and procedures;

+ Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques;

+ Ability to work independently; and

+ Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:

+ High school diploma or its equivalent; and

+ A valid Driver's License.

Where you will work:

This position is located in Tallahassee, Florida.

Benefits of Working For The State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The state offers a comprehensive compensation package that features a highly competitive set of benefits including:

+ Low premium health, dental, vision, life, and supplemental coverage options!

+ Paid personal time that includes annual leave, sick leave, nine paid holidays, and one personal holiday!

+ Paid administrative leave for mentoring, volunteering, voting, and more!

+ Family planning support that includes adoption benefits and paid/unpaid leave options for family and medical responsibilities!

+ Retirement plans that include employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com)!

+ Deferred compensation plans!

+ FREE basic life insurance plus additional options for you, your spouse, and children!

+ Flexible Spending Accounts!

+ Tuition waivers that allow eligible employees to take up to six credit hours per semester, tuition free at any state university or state college!

IMPORTANT NOTICES:

+ The Florida Gaming Control Commission has employment restrictions for all commission employees referenced in sections 16.713 and 16.715, Florida Statutes.

+ This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment and participation in direct deposit. You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) and/or State Issued Photo Identification in order to conduct this background check.

Applicants are required to apply through the People First system by the closing date, by applying online. All required documentation must be received by the closing date of the advertisement. If you have any questions regarding your application, you may call 1-877-562-7287.

Special Reminders:

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

We hire only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. Our agency participates in the E-Verify System which is a federal government electronic database available for employers to use to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

The Florida Gaming Control Commission is committed to increasing recruitment and hiring of individuals with disabilities and improving employment outcomes.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.

Location:

TALLAHASSEE, FL, US, 32399

Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee