Program Assistant - Food Service, Savannah, GA

State of Georgia

  • Savannah, GA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 days ago
Georgia Regional Hospital at Savannah is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Admin Support 3/Program Assistant with the Food Service Department. This is a full-time position with State benefits and will work 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.Job DescriptionThis position will serve as liaison between the program/administrative/technical operation of the Food Service Department, program management and Adult Mental Health individuals. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Performs time keeping and leave keeping for all department staff
  • Disburses information, researches and analyzes daily operations data
  • Provides training and assistance to all staff in the Food Service Department
  • Monitors and maintains supplies for the department, periodically ordering materials from outside vendors
  • Maintains a high-performance environment by demonstrating positive leadership and a strong team orientation
  • Attends seminars, conferences, job-related training and other staff development training programs
  • Operates multi-line phone system, taking and distributing messages as needed
  • Responsible for daily desk operations for the department, including filing, scheduling new hire interviews and managers’ appointments, creating/maintaining Excel spreadsheets for reports, and securing all important documents
Preferred QualificationsIn addition to State minimum qualifications, preference will be given to those applicants who possess some or all of the following skills/experience:
  • At least Four years of experience in performing general office work, including duties such as secretarial, clerical, clerical, business management, and record keeping
  • Excellent computer skills and use of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and creation of spreadsheets
  • Timekeeping experience and excellent phone etiquette / customer service skills
  • Kronos experience a plus but not required.
BenefitsIn addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. For more information, visitEmployment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
  • Drug Screening
  • TB Evaluation
  • Annual Influenza*
*Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.Qualifications - ExternalHigh school diploma or GED AND Four years of progressively complex office or administrative experience.High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of progressively complex office or administrative experience.

State of Georgia