ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - State of Massachusetts

*/Attention applicants: Do not apply for this position using the MassCareers website./* *To apply, follow the link belowto the Attorney General’s Office direct application page. * https://ago-ma.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Welcome.ASP*/ /* Administrative Assistant Southeastern MA Regional Office (New Bedford) Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is looking for a highly motivated individual to assist in the administration and oversight of the Southeastern Massachusetts Regional Office (SEMA) as an Administrative Assistant. SEMA staff handle legal matters from various areas of the Attorney General’s Office (AGO), including the Government and Public Protection & Advocacy Bureaus. SEMA also provides on-site assistance to residents with civil rights, consumer, and labor issues, and serves as a regional hub for the implementation of AGO-wide priorities that involve community outreach, education, and policy initiatives. _Primary Duties:_ The Administrative Assistant works directly with the Division Chief in supporting the administrative needs of the Division, including managing workflow to ensure the timely completion of projects; overseeing office procedures and protocols; tracking cases; compiling records; and assisting in the development, implementation, and presentation of the Division’s priorities. The Administrative Assistant reviews all external correspondence received by SEMA for appropriate action and serves as SEMA’s contact for divisions across the office, including the Human Resources, General Counsel, IT, Budget, and Operations Divisions and other Executive Bureau staff. The Administrative Assistant provides direct support to the Division Chief, including conducting research, preparing reports and correspondence, managing schedules, and responding to telephone calls, and works directly with SEMA staff, including Assistant Attorneys General, Mediators, Inspectors, and others. _Position Type_: Full-Time/Non-Exempt _Salary_: $48,300 to $52,500 *_Application Instructions_:* *To apply for this position*, visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at: https://ago-ma.igreentree.com/CSS_External/CSSPage_Welcome.ASPand apply directly. Our hybrid model includes some telework days for most positions. You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is July 6, 2023 Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2041. *Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office. * _Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to_: Patricia Tapper, Managing Administrative Assistant Southeastern Massachusetts Regional Office (New Bedford) (508) 742-4501 We seek a candidate who demonstrates a strong work ethic and interest in improving the lives of residents of Massachusetts. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve, including historically marginalized communities, and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment. _Other Requirements Include_: • Bachelor’s degree or related experience • Strong oral and written communication skills • Bilingual candidates preferred; • Strong critical thinking skills; • Strong organizational skills; • Strong attention to detail; • Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a team; • Ability to efficiently and astutely assess complex situations; • Experience interacting with members of the public is preferred. /The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions./ *Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option. Any automated message generated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassCareers website does not apply to posted positions at the Attorney General’s Office. You must apply directly at: www.mass.gov/ago/employment.* Job: Unclassified* Organization: Office of the Attorney General* Title: *ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT* Location: *Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place* Requisition ID: *2300073H*