The Kentucky Department for Community Based Services (DCBS) is a multi-faceted agency that provides services and programs to enhance the self-sufficiency of families; improve safety and permanency for children and vulnerable adults; and engage families and community partners in a collaborative decision-making process.
DCBS offers an opportunity to assist individuals and families applying for public benefits in the commonwealth. We are seeking an Administrative Specialist who is driven to succeed in helping people and the vulnerable population. The Administrative Specialist will provide administrative support to staff who determine eligibility in various public assistance programs. The employee is expected to perform at the highest quality to ensure services to the vulnerable citizens.
For more information on the Department for Community Based Services, please visit our website at: https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dcbs/pages/default.aspx
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Collects and analyzes data to write and document administrative reports
- Reviews operational records and reports from operating units to determine that program requirements are being met
- Files personnel information and follows retention schedules
- Enter timesheets into KHRIS System and maintains payroll records
- Maintains files, logs, manuals, and other documents
- Operates personal computer, office machines or other office equipment
- Other duties as assigned
The ideal candidate will have:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Good customer service skills
- Good time management and organizational skills
- The ability to work well under pressure
The position you are applying for has access to or use of federal tax information (FTI) or meets the statutory definition of front-line staff. Therefore, pursuant to IRS Publication 1075 and 900 KAR 1:009 or KRS 194A.062 and 900 KAR 1:050, applicants for this position in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) shall submit to a fingerprint-based criminal background check by the Department of Kentucky State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. CHFS will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that CHFS has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.