About Job

Overview:

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Johnson County’s District Attorney’s Office is looking for a qualified applicant to fill the Administrative Support II position within the Diversion Unit.

The position is located at 150 West Santa Fe Street, Olathe, KS 66061, and provides excellent benefits, including health insurance, wellness programs and discounts, retirement programs, and various other discount programs. We offer a competitive salary commensurate to experience.

First review of applications will begin on October 14, 2024.

Job Description:

This position is responsible for, but not limited to the following duties:

Provides back-up support to reception by answering phones and referring calls to appropriate personnel; provides support to the traffic diversion unit by giving standard information in response to phone, email, and in-person inquiries relating to traffic diversion; acts as back-up to other administrative positions within the criminal and traffic diversion unit.
Greets visitors and maintains and administers appropriate safety procedures in secured environments.
Copies and collates documents; retrieves, sorts and distributes mail and other time-sensitive material(s).
Maintains files both public and confidential, generates and distributes reports, and processes financial transactions accurately into systems; formulates letters, labels, mail merges, and correspondence accurately; schedules meetings, interviews, and other functions.

Job Requirements:

A high school diploma or equivalent and one (1) year of administrative support are required. A Bachelor's degree and an understanding of the criminal legal field are preferred. Bilingual: fluent in Spanish and English preferred.

The Ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

A history of relationship-building, a strong orientation towards customer service and collaboration across functions and levels, as well as the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Able to work well, both independently and with a team.
Ability to communicate effectively, both externally and internally.
Able to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, and motivated by challenges.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.