Executive Assistant Behavioral Health

HHS Behavioral Health Division Policy - Bismarck - Executive Administrative AssistantAs an Executive Administrative Assistant, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive administrative support to the Behavioral Health Division Executive Director in order to enhance productivity and effectiveness. You will coordinate and manage complex schedules, provide excellence in customer service, organize logistics for meetings and maintain a high level of confidentiality when handline sensitive information. You will also collaborate with the Division's Administrative Support team for other office management duties. To thrive in this position, you must possess proven experience as an executive assistant supporting executives or senior management. Your organizational and time management skills will be crucial in prioritizing tasks effectively and meeting deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication abilities are required, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software. Maintaining composure and professionalism in high-pressure situations is essential, given the sensitive nature of the role, which demands discretion and trustworthiness in handling confidential information. To be considered for this position, you must have a high school diploma or GED and proven experience as an administrative assistant, executive assistant or similar role. Experience in healthcare or public sector is a plus.About HHS:ND HHS strives to make North Dakota the healthiest state in the nation by reinforcing the foundations of well-being: physical, economic, and behavioral. Those services are to be delivered as close to home as possible with a focus on dignity and respect. The keys to delivery of those services are the 2800 committed, compassionate ND HHS team members and more than $6 billion in funding from nearly 200 different federal, state, and special sources.Location:ND HHS utilizes a blended workplace model. This position may work from home anywhere in North Dakota with the ability and willingness to work during regular business hours.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.

Application Procedures

Your resume should include information to demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications as posted. If the Department's Human Resource Division is unable to determine that you meet the minimum qualifications credit will not be given. All application material must be received on or before the closing date by 11:59 pm.Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The Department of Health & Human Services does not offer or provide sponsorships.This employer participates in E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: https://www.hhs.nd.gov/careers/e-verifyA copy of your qualifying degrees transcript and any applicable certifications or licensures must be provided at the time of an interview.For more information about the position or if you need an accommodation, please contact Julie Huwe at jhuwe@nd.gov or at 701-328-8920. Employing Unit: ND HHS - Behavioral Health DivisionTelephone Number: 701-328-8920TTY Number: ND Relay Service 1-800-366-6888 (text); 1-800-366-6889 (voice)If you are experiencing technical difficulties with the Application Process or uploading attachments, please contact recruiter@nd.gov or (701)328-3290.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.