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Administrative SpecialistThe Administrative Specialist is primarily responsible for meeting the administrative needs for the department. This position will have the ability to work independently on projects and must be able to work under pressure to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.Position FunctionsEssential Functions:Provides general information and administrative support to department leadership.Prepares correspondence, reports, presentations, contracts, legal notices, bidding packets, commission agenda items, and other documents for the public, and various county and non-county agencies.Tracking and maintaining all files related to contracts and grants.Manages all files, policies and procedures for department.Responsible for voucher and payroll processes.Maintain, order, and distribute department equipment.Provides leadership and training to administrative staff.Assume duties of Administrative Assistant position in their absence.Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.Additional Duties in Support of County Law Enforcement Criminal Investigations Division Essential Functions:Utilizes Law Enforcement databases to identify unknown individuals, locate contact information for persons of interest and research phone numbers and address histories.Work with all social media platforms to submit preservations, submit search warrants and create profiles to locate persons of interest.Process digital extractions from various media sources to include cell phones, computers, drives and portable storage.Assist investigators with reviews of digital extractions, social media returns, reviews of body worn cameras and security footage.Maintain matters pertaining to Alcohol Compliance and Crime Victims Compensation.Maintain logs, including child abuse, sex cases, coroner, facility, DSS referrals, Hospice list and Co-op participants.Upload digital evidence into the current online database being utilized.Place physical evidence into the Rapid City Police Department Evidence facility in accordance to their procedures.Create Photo Lineups for investigators to use in their investigations.Monitor Jail communications for ongoing investigations and active prosecutions. Complete reports and download media as needed.Assist the CID Sergeants with the implementation of Alcohol Compliance Checks. This will include maintaining records, completing relevant reports and making required notifications to different persons/departments/agencies.Maintain supplies for CID.QualificationsEducation and/or Experience Required:High School Diploma or GED.Five or more years of related experience.Possession of or ability to attain a valid driver's license.Ability to operate standard office equipment and a computer with working knowledge of computer and software applications, including Microsoft Office programs.Physical Requirements:Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and quantitative productivity standards.Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state and local standards.Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on telephone and in-person.Additional InformationWorking Environment:Work is performed in an office setting where noise and interruptions often occur.Depending on setting, office setting may be located within a secure setting.BenefitsPennington County Benefit Summary The following is a summary of benefits available to full-time and part-time benefited employees of Pennington County.Health Care Program Health – Pennington County has a self-funded health care program for employees and their dependents. Health Insurance and Prescription Drug is covered through Wellmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield). Two plans are offered: a traditional PPO plan with co-pay structure and a high deductible plan with higher deductible/out-of-pocket maximums. Dental – Dental coverage is provided through Delta Dental of South Dakota. 100% of usual and customary charges for preventive and diagnostic procedures are covered, after a $50 deductible per individual / $150 per family. Routine and restorative procedures, endodontics, periodontics, and major services are covered at 50%. There is an annual maximum of $1000 per individual. Orthodontics are not covered under this plan. Prescription – The Health care program includes retail and mail order (90-day supply) prescription coverage, both requiring an affordable co-pay. Co-pays do not accumulate toward satisfaction of the deductible or co-insurance limit. Note: Health care program coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following one complete month of employment. The program is available for employees and their dependents.Life Insurance Pennington County provides a $20,000 basic life insurance policy for every benefited employee. Optional supplemental life insurance can be purchased for employee, spouse, and dependent children.Employee Assistance Program Pennington County employees and family members may receive counseling services for issues relating to financial difficulties, marital and family distress, emotional problems, and alcohol or drug abuse. Generally speaking, as many as three visits annually are provided at no charge. Services are confidential.Retirement Plan Pennington County is a member of the South Dakota Retirement System (SDRS). The employee contributes 6% (8% for public safety) of gross wages. The contribution is matched by the County. Upon separation from employment with Pennington County, individuals who are fully vested in SDRS (three years of contributory service) have the right to receive a monthly lifetime retirement benefit at retirement age. Employees may choose to save additional funds toward retirement on a pre-tax basis through the SDRS supplemental retirement program. Other SDRS benefits include long term disability, family, and spouse benefits.Supplemental Insurance AFLAC offers various supplemental insurance policies for employees and family members. These policies are portable and guaranteed renewable. Premiums are deducted from payroll.Paid Time Off Vacation – Vacation time accrues per pay period at the rate of 3.077 hours for new employees with incremental increases based on years of service. Maximum hours of accumulation apply. Sick Leave – Sick leave accrues at the rate of 3.077 hours per pay period. Employees may use up to 80 hours of available sick leave annually for other designated reasons. Sick leave separation benefits are available after 10 years of employment. Holidays – Employees are eligible for up to 11 paid holidays per year. All Paid Time Off benefits are prorated based on the number of hours worked or benefit time taken in a pay period for all benefited employees. This summary is for general information only. Employees have access to complete and detailed policies, procedures, or summary plan descriptions for all benefits cited.
Worksite address
rapid city, SD, 57701, US
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