Working Title: Office & Admin Specialist Int
Job Class: Office and Administrative Specialist, Intermediate
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
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Job ID: 95274
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Location: Anoka
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Telework Eligible: No
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Full/Part Time: Full-Time
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Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
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Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
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Date Posted: 07/04/2026
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Closing Date: 07/10/2026
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Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Anoka Metro Trt Ctr AFSCME
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Division/Unit: AMRTC / Unit G1
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Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 6:30am-3pm
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Days of Work: Monday - Friday
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Travel Required: No
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Salary Range: $21.12 - $28.01 / hourly; $44,098 - $58,484 / annually
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Classified Status: Classified
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Bargaining Unit/Union: 206 - Clerical/AFSCME
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Work Area: Unit Golf
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FLSA Status: Nonexempt
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Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position provides clerical support services to assigned unit(s) at Anoka Metro Regional Treatment Center (AMRTC). Located just 15 minutes north of the Twin Cities, AMRTC is an inpatient psychiatric hospital serving adults with mental illness in a large, campus-based setting. This modern facility offers person-centered care in a pleasant environment appreciated by employees and patients alike.
The Unit Coordinator serves as a receptionist to the unit, responsible for performing clerical tasks that are essential to maintaining efficient unit operations. This includes managing patient medical records, greeting visitors, assist in arranging patient appointments and transportation, organizing written materials, and preparing reports using multiple procedures, including computers and other technical equipment. In addition, the Unit Coordinator supports the operations of the facility overall through personal initiative, positive attitude, cooperation, and good work habit.
Job duties include:
- Maintain a current, comprehensive medical record for all patients on the unit, from admission to discharge, including current patient status.
- Transcribe physician orders in an accurate and timely manner, plus assist in arranging patient appointments and transportation as ordered.
- Answer unit phone, direct calls, and relay messages between patients, staff, and other units.
- Communicate respectfully with patients, staff, and visitors, providing assistance as needed.
- Organize and keep sufficient quantity of various supplies on unit, ordering and restocking as needed.
- Maintain patient confidentiality according to all applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
- Support the delivery of treatment that meets health and safety standards.
To qualify, applicants must possess all of the following:
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Knowledge of medical terminology sufficient to develop and maintain accurate medical records and transcribe medical reports, correspondence, records, patient- care information, statistics, medical research, and administrative material.
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Skill in document and records management sufficient to maintain electronic or paper files for efficient organization and retrieval of information.
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Skill in customer service sufficient to provide prompt and accurate information to customers in person, on the phone, and through email and other written or electronic correspondence.
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Skill in word processing sufficient to prepare, edit, and finalize emails, memos, reports, and/or other documents and types of written communication that are grammatically correct, in proper format, and free of spelling errors.
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Skill in Typing/Keyboarding, using Microsoft Word or equivalent software, sufficient to produce documents such as emails and other correspondence in an efficient and timely manner.
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.
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To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Kayla Evenson at [email protected].
If you are an individual with a disability and need an ADA accommodation for an interview, you may contact the Office of Equal Opportunity at [email protected] or call 651-539-7243.
CERTAIN DISABLED VETERANS: Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a noncompetitive basis if they: 1) meet service requirements and have a verified service-connected disability rating of at least 30%; 2) provide qualifying documentation verifying the disability; and 3) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting. To be considered under this legislation you must submit all documentation before the closing date to: [email protected].
Direct Care and Treatment is a highly specialized behavioral health system operated by the State of Minnesota. DCT operates treatment programs, residential and vocational services for people with serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and more.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
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Connection with their coworkers and communities
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Opportunities for personal and professional growth
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
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Diabetes care
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Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
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Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
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Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
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Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
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Training, classes, and professional development
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
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A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
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Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
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Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
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