Office Specialist Consider working for Churchill County in Hawthorne, NV. The Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) is looking for an Office Specialist in their Mineral County office to manage day-to-day administrative operations that support our Clinical Health Services. CNHD is dedicated to disease prevention, health education, and promoting community wellness and you'll play a key role in making that work possible. This is a great opportunity for someone with office experience who is a self-starter and can work independently under general guidelines. The person in this position will act as a receptionist for the office and also will handle confidential medical information. The county pays 100% of the retirement contribution to PERS on your behalf (36.75% over and above your wage, equivalent to $7.20/hour or $14,900/year). The county pays 100% of the employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $6.19/hour or $12,800/year). AND you will not have Social Security taken out of your paycheck, which results in an additional 6% take-home pay (equivalent to $1.18/hour or $2,440/year). Churchill County is recruiting for a full-time, regular Office Specialist to work in Mineral County, in our Central Nevada Health District (CNHD) office. The ideal candidate will have the following background and traits: At least two years of full-time administrative support experience. At least two years of administrative support experience in a medical office environment is strongly desirable. Strong computer skills. Bilingual ability in Spanish and English is desirable. If you think you can rise up to the challenge and you meet the qualifications, please apply online at www.churchillcounty.org/careers. Applications will be received on a rolling basis until the position is filled; apply soon to receive early consideration! This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance. Performs specialized office support work, which requires the exercise of independent judgment, the application of technical skills and a knowledge of detailed or specialized activities related to the function to which assigned. Uses a computer to develop and manage databases and/or spreadsheet files and to develop special report formats. Researches and assembles information from a variety of sources for the completion of forms or the preparation of reports; makes arithmetic or statistical calculations. Conducts specific projects related to the department or office to which assigned; may obtain and/or provide information from other organizations, summarize such information and prepare recommendations. Provides information to the public or to County staff that requires the use of judgment and the interpretation of policies, rules or procedures. Organizes, maintains and purges various departmental files. Prepares and types correspondence, reports, forms, contracts and specialized documents from drafts, notes, dictated tapes, or brief instructions; may provide secretarial support on a relief basis. Proofreads and checks typed and other materials for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental policies and regulations. Enters and retrieves data and prepares reports using a computer; reviews such reports for accuracy and makes corrections as required; operates standard office equipment. Oversees and personally performs a variety of office administrative details such as entering employee time, preparing purchase requisitions, arranging for the repair of equipment, transmitting information, and keeping reference materials up to date. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. Acts as receptionist and receives and screens visitors and telephone calls and directs the caller to the proper person or personally handles the call; provides information which requires the use of judgment and interpretation of policies, rules and procedures. Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education and Experience: High School diploma AND two (2) years of administrative support experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge of: Policies and procedures of the department to which assigned. Use of specified computer applications involving word processing, data entry and/or standard report generation as well as use of job- or department-specific software. Business arithmetic. Applicable regulations, policies and statutes. Office administrative practices and procedures. Business letter writing and the standard format for typed materials. Record keeping principles and practices. Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation. Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone. Skill in: Performing administrative support work in assigned of areas/disciplines. Reading and explaining rules, policies and procedures. Analyzing and resolving varied office administrative problems. Organizing, maintaining and researching office files. Compiling and summarizing information and preparing periodic or special reports. Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines. Organizing own work, setting priorities and meeting critical deadlines. Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or department goals, objectives and activities. Establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with staff, coworkers, and the public. Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations: Nevada Notary Public certificate may be required. Nevada driver's license may be required. The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment; stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength and agility to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate over the telephone and in person. Conditions of employment: Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation. New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.