Office Specialist I - Provo

State of Utah

  • Provo, UT
  • $16.00 per hour
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Job DescriptionIf you enjoy helping people and pay close attention to detail, this is the job for you! The Department of Workforce Services (DWS) is seeking a motivated and highly skilled Office Specialist I to join our Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) team in the Provo District office located in Provo, UT.Principal Duties
The Office Specialist I performs the following tasks:
  • Prepare and issue purchase authorizations and submit invoices for payment.
  • Perform basic accounting tasks including tracking and accuracy checks of accounts payable/receivable.
  • Assist applicants and clients with disabilities in accessing vocational rehabilitation services.
  • Provide exceptional customer service to clients, vendors and community partners.
  • Greet and check-in clients and visitors as they arrive.
  • Answer and direct incoming phone calls and emails.
  • Provide basic information about USOR and the application process.
  • Contact vendors for client service purchases on a regular basis.
  • Use Google Calendar to track, schedule and coordinate meetings, appointments or other office activities.
  • Complete daily out-bound reminder calls to clients.
  • Fax, mail, copy, email, and scan/attach documents into the case management system.
  • Understand and keep up to date on current fiscal policy and procedure.
  • Assist counseling staff with administrative tasks as assigned.
  • Process agency documents including reviewing for accuracy and completeness.
  • Provide the public and others with information and assistance in completing agency forms and applications.
  • Participate in office trainings and meetings.
  • Maintain supply inventory and assist in purchasing supplies.
The Ideal candidate
The model applicant for this position is someone who:
  • Has at least one year of work-related experience doing office support/basic accounting functions.
  • Has experience working with diverse populations including people with disabilities.
  • Has excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Has attention to detail when reviewing documents and entering data.
Why You Should Join Our Team
This is an opportunity to make a difference. Along with the satisfaction of helping individuals with disabilities you will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work life balance. to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.The Agency
The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah's communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, .Supplemental InformationDHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: . To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click .FMLA General Notice:
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