Title: NRO - P1126 - Office & Administrative Support
Hiring Range: $36,000 - 55,000
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept of Environmental Quality
Location: Northern Regional Office
Agency Website: www.deq.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Department of Environmental Quality's Northern Regional Office (NRO) seeks a qualified candidate to perform receptionist duties, to include answering multiple phone lines, greeting /directing callers and visitors to the appropriate programmatic staff; performing general administrative duties such as procurement and budget tracking, fleet mileage reporting and serving as back up for new employee orientation and onboarding. This position will also prepare documents, perform data entry and retrieval, process mail, assist with facility management and maintain inventory and file management to include preparing, scanning/electronic filing of documents and responding to FOIA requests.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate and prior clerical/administrative assistant experience. Knowledge of general office practices and procedures and file management principles. Skills in automated use of personal computer to include Microsoft Word and Excel. Skill in operation of office machines to include photocopier, scanner and postage machine. English and Spanish speaking required. Experience in customer service. Ability to learn and apply basic knowledge and understanding of environmental laws and issues to effectively directs calls to appropriate staff. Ability to interpret administrative policies and procedures to assist with the administrative functions of the regional office. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and with emphasis on verbal communications.
Preferred Qualifications:
N/A
Special Instructions:
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Please Read Carefully:
The Commonwealth of Virginia welcomes all applicants authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship is not provided; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.
Excluding current DEQ Employees, selected candidates for employment MUST pass a criminal background check. A valid driver’s license is required of all DEQ employees in order to operate a state-owned or leased vehicle.
The Application Process: Individuals desiring to be considered for this position must submit a completed employment application or you may attach a resume before the position’s closing date. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered.
DEQ Values Veterans: DEQ is a proud member of the Commonwealth of Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§2.2-2001.2). We are committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining qualified Veterans and their spouses. Veterans who are hired into state positions may be eligible for additional leave accruals based on their total years of service in the military, National Guard or Reserve. For more information please visit: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits
Our Commitment: DEQ is an equal opportunity employer by both policy and practice. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive work environment with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. It is DEQ’s intent that its employment and personnel policies and practices conform to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. DEQ will provide if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed, please contact DEQ Human Resources Office at 804-698-4000.
Contact Information:
Name: Yolanda Powell
Phone: 804-698-4000
Email: HROCommunications@deq.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.
