Administrative Assistant 2

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CHILD SAFETY (DCS) IS A SOCIAL AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY WHOSE MISSION IS TO SUCCESSFULLY PARTNER WITH FAMILIES, CAREGIVERS, AND THE COMMUNITY TO STRENGTHEN FAMILIES, ENSURE SAFETY, AND ACHIEVE PERMANENCY FOR ALL ARIZONA’S CHILDREN THROUGH PREVENTION, SERVICES, AND SUPPORT. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT 2 5800 W. GLENN DRIVE GLENDALE, AZ 85301 SALARY: $15.7650 GRADE: 15 CLOSING DATE: 10/4/2026 WHO ARE WE? At the Arizona Department of Child Safety (“DCS”), we call ourselves "compassioneers" because everything we do is done with a compassionate heart. We work tirelessly to protect children, reunify families, ensure safe living environments and prevent unnecessary trauma. As an agency, we are proud to be a pillar of strength for our communities, and proud to do work each day that makes an impact on the world around us. If you are ready to play a vital role in our agency and have a passion to support the work we do with children and families, DCS is the place for you. Together we can make a difference through service! WHAT DOES AN ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II DO? A DCS Administrative Assistant II provides a variety of support services to management in an assigned field office. A day in the life of an Administrative Assistant II can look like: • Scheduling interviews with job candidates and submitting new hire paperwork to Human Resources • Acting as Fleet Liaison for the office’s assigned vehicles • Acting as the Building Liaison, submitting work orders for repairs and notifying building occupants of facilities issues • Preparing meeting agenda’s and materials • Compiling and computing monthly statistical reports WHAT KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES ARE HELPFUL? Knowledge of: Computers and software (Microsoft Office Suite); mobile devices; digital calendars (Outlook) & video conferencing (Microsoft Teams); styles and formats of complex reports and composing general correspondence. Skill in: Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships; general clerical functions such as, data entry and filling; verbal and written communication; time management and multi-tasking; detailed work with accuracy; professionalism with the public and gathering and summarizing data. Ability to: Adapt to changing priorities; troubleshoot; take initiative and collaborate and coordinate the completion of assignments with other staff and agencies. WHAT IS REQUIRED TO BE AN ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II? • High school diploma or GED • Valid Arizona issued driver’s license. • Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Selected candidates must be able to pass a background investigation and DCS Central Registry check. This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, and the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements. [https://publicstorage.dc4.pageuppeople.com/1045/ClientPublicFile/3601803f-02e5-4b70-b325-26c8ef309c1b.pdf] All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). THE STATE OF ARIZONA HAS EXCELLENT BENEFITS AND PERKS! WE OFFER: * Paid sick leave * Paid annual leave * Ten paid holidays per calendar year * Health, dental and vision insurance * Flexible Spending Account * Health Savings Account * Arizona State Retirement System Savings (ASRS) * Employee and Dependent Life insurance   * Long-term and short-term disability insurance * Deferred compensation plans * Wellness incentive program * Employee discount program for higher education, products and services * Education Savings – AZ529 * Employee Assistance Program   Bi-Lingual Stipend In an effort to better serve our communities, DCS offers a Bi-Lingual Stipend to all interested and eligible DCS Employees who successfully complete a language proficiency exam. Qualifying employees will receive a $500 annual stipend paid in equal increments. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here [https://hr.az.gov/about/resources/family-leave-expansion]. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page [https://benefitoptions.az.gov/jobseekers] RETIREMENT: Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). ASRS participation may begin immediately (if you were a previous member) or upon your 27th week of employment (if you have never been an ASRS member previously). Contact Us: Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-255-3141 or by email at ADA@AZDCS.GOV. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Should you have any further questions regarding the interview process you can reach out to a member of our recruitment team at 602-255-2903 or by email at recruiting@azdcs.gov. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.