Administrative Technician

New Hanover County is looking for an Administrative Technician to join our fast-paced, vehicle maintenance and repair shop in the Facilities Management Department (Vehicle Management Division).  

New Hanover County's Facilities Management department oversees the maintenance and upkeep of all county owned buildings and facilities as well as energy sustainability through our utility management program.  We are a dynamic team of trades professionals, custodians, supervisors and administrative staff who work every day to make our facilities the best in North Carolina.  Ideal candidates for the Facilities Management department should possess a strong work ethic, have the ability to prioritize schedules, and a true desire to serve the employees and citizens of New Hanover County.

Responsibilities for this role include:

• Serve as the office receptionist by answering and directing calls, greeting patrons and providing information.
• Issues and maintains fuel cards and employee pin numbers for county vehicles.
• Processing payroll 
• Processing accounts payables & credits 
• Preparing requisitions and other documents and forms
• Create work order requests 
• Compiling information and creating reports
• Coordinating office schedules and reservations
• Provides back-up support to materials control specialist to include ordering supplies, maintaining inventory records, storing/retrieving materials, receiving/inspecting packages received, shipping/returning items and equipment for repair, and performing inventory checks.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level 
• Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.

 Additional duties include preparing documents and forms which includes composing and typing correspondence, processing accounts payables, work order requests, requisitions, and compiling information and creating reports; coordinating office schedules and reservations; Facilities Management/Vehicle Management; performing other duties of a similar nature or level and performing work during emergency/disaster situations.

 New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees’ backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.
  
Hours:
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.
 
Employment Type:
Full-time, non-exempt 
 
Salary Information:
The hiring salary for this position starts at $36,325.00 annually plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.
 
 New Hanover County offers:

• Employer paid 401k contributions;
• Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
• Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;
• Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;
• Paid parental leave;
• Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
• Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; 
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; 
• Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; 
• Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
• And so much more!

 
Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.  

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two years of clerical, data entry, administrative support or related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

• Valid Driver's License (from any state) and good driving record required at time of application. 
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License required by first date of employment with good driving record.

Applicant Information:
After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.