Administrative Assistant Benefits

Summary Job Goal: In accordance with Federal and State rules, regulations and guidelines governing a number of differing Benefits type programs; and under the direction of the Benefits Division Director, work includes initial, intake level data collection and distribution to the Benefits Technicians.

Performance Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Filing, telephone reception, travel planning, and other secretarial and clerical duties in support of the Benefits Department.
• Distribute Benefits applications as requested.
• Assist in receiving and entering client data into the computer database as requested.
• Maintain inventory for office supplies. Responsible for ordering of office supplies for the Benefits Division. 
• Gathers and compiles information or meetings, presentations, and dissemination to the Benefits staff and clients.
• Assists the Benefits Department in coordinating and planning of meetings.
• Travel to regional villages and some out of region destinations.
• Makes travel arrangements for the Benefits staff.
• Takes care of all incoming and outgoing mail.
• Handles the distribution of State of Alaska Child Support pass through awards. 

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have strong written and verbal skills. Fluency in Yup’ik and English preferred. Ability to type a minimum of 35 wpm. Must have a valid Alaska driver’s license and the ability to qualify under the AVCP auto liability coverage.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED is required. One (1) year of experience in general secretarial and clerical work. Familiarity with statewide and regional governments, non-profit, and community organizations and resources is desired.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: none