Office Specialist I

Are you looking for an opportunity to grow and expand your office specialist skills? If so, this may be the position you're looking for. The Department of Workforce Services is seeking dedicated individuals to fill Office Specialist I positions in our Imaging Unit in both our Salt Lake (Olene Walker) and Clearfield locations.

Successful applicants will be required to complete an 8 week training at the Salt Lake (Olene Walker) location before being assigned to their full time location in either Clearfield or Salt Lake.

Principal Duties
Employees in this position perform complex production tasks requiring specialized office skills. The Office Specialist I will perform one or more of the following duties:
Uses computer programs to index and image documents.
Uses a computer to file, retrieve and research documents.
Processes a variety of agency documents by reviewing for accuracy and completeness.
Provides the public and others with information and assistance in completing forms and applications.
Exercises independent judgment in office functions or duties.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for this position is someone who:
Has research experience using the computer.
Has data entry experience.
Is detail oriented.
Has great communication and interpersonal skills.
Why You Should Join Our Team
Besides working for a fantastic agency that is dedicated to helping the citizens of Utah, you will receive great health and retirement benefits.

The Agency
The mission of Workforce Services is to strengthen Utah’s communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahn's and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahn's trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services,

DHRM rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state of Utah employees.
Supplemental Information
Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.