Administrative Assistant I

Job ID 3030512

Location Fargo, ND

Salary Range From 3528.00 To 3528.00 Monthly

Full/Part Time Full-Time

Regular/Temporary Regular

North Dakota Department of Transportation

Fargo District, Fargo Section, ND

Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation!

Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today!

NDDOT Starting Salary: $3,528 / month

At the North Dakota Department of Transportation, we owe our success to our people and processes. An administrative assistant in our Fargo District is the supportive force and an integral team member keeping office operations organized and efficient. The ideal person for this position will be a problem solver with excellent communication skills and impeccable attention to detail. They will have previous experience working in an office environment, performing administrative tasks, and providing support to coworkers. The ability to multitask, manage complex schedules, and meet changing deadlines is essential to the position. Your duties will include:

Review and ensure accuracy of construction employee expenses in Workforce Timesheet System and employee equipment use entered in the Billing Usage System.

Prepare purchase orders and receipts and research invoices and statements for possible errors.

Receptionist/Public Relations/Telecommunications:

Open and distribute mail.

Prepare and type correspondence, forms, cover letters, reports, and update manuals.

Monitor and order all necessary office supplies.

Facility Inspections & Utility Bill Verification:

Perform monthly facility inspections at all rest areas, truck parking areas and district office. Utility verification through field inspections.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires an associate degree with major coursework in office support or business or office education, and

One year of experience performing a variety of office support, clerical or secretarial work.

Additional work experience as described may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process, reference and background checks.

About Team ND

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Application Procedures

Submit an application at by 11:59 P.M. CST on the closing date. Application materials, including resume, cover letter, and transcript, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.*

*Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.

Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact or . For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Lynn Spomer, Strategic Talent Acquisition Manager, at or . Learn more about NDDOT at

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NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.

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. § 23-12-10.