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Administrative Assistant III - Supervised Release Services Support

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Administrative Assistant III - Supervised Release Services Support

Salary

$45,255.39 - $75,424.96 Annually

Location

FAIRFAX (FJ16), VA

Job Type

FT Hourly W BN

Job Number

26-00170

Department

Juv & Domestic Relations Court

Opening Date

01/17/2026

Closing Date

1/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade

S15

Posting Type

Open to General Public

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Job Announcement

The Administrative Assistant III for Supervised Release Services, under administrative supervision, serves as the secondary staff assistant for support services for SRS Supervisor II, SRS Supervisor I and SRS Probation Counselor I's and II. Maintains unit database, updating as needed and ensuring that they are as accurate and efficient as possible. Interprets all court orders as it comes to the unit and preparing required unit documents for client files. On a daily basis, dually manages and distributes agency wide, as well as to CSU Court partners, daily program availability for multiple programs within JDRDC.

The position acts as a liaison on behalf of Unit Supervisor II, Unit Supervisor I and all SRS Pre-Trial officers to interpret established court related policies and procedures to provide resolution of problems if/when staff is not present. Periodically, this position may have to handle a crisis situation with juvenile(s) or parent(s) on site with other citizens present. In most cases, an immediate on the spot decision must be made to resolve the issue(s) in a calm, professional manner or summon outside help if needed. The SRS Supervisors I and II are kept abreast of all issues.

This position is responsible for creating and maintaining necessary templates, and other forms, Excel spreadsheets, the Unit’s SharePoint page and Microsoft Teams team and channels, independently. Works on development of other time saving processes to ensure efficient management of time for the daily workflow. Periodically, due to storms or shortage of personnel, this position is required to assist off site personnel with testing and rebooting of computers and information gathering for computers and printers to maintain daily operation of the court's Supervised Release Services computer systems.

This position performs periodic data review for the research department and probation support services manager, analyzes information for accurate data entry to produce excel documents. In tandem with the other Administrative Assistant this position is point person for ordering office supplies and alcohol/drug screens online and maintains budget records for all purchases. Completes work orders for office repairs as needed. Tracks status and general location of all unit staff. Completes other duties assigned.

This position performs in the assigned functional area of office administration.

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

General Financial Duties

Uses spreadsheets or databases to organize information and produce standard reports;

Prepares a variety of complex disbursement forms (e.g., check requests, travel forms, cash sheets, and journal entries) for routing and approval;

May approve some disbursement forms;

Compiles and maintains monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual totals, reports, and financial statements;

Explains fiscal rules and procedures to employees to ensure uniform application.

Fiscal Administration

Sets up accounts through corporate systems;

Reconciles ledgers;

Prepares status reports;

Gathers data for use by others in preparing budget;

Prepares transfer vouchers and interfund billing;

Monitors external accounts for discrepancies.

Accounting

Prepares wide variety of accounting forms;

Reconciles daily receipts or accounts receivable/payable;

Identifies discrepancies and makes corrections;

Collects required documents;

Prepares and authorizes expense vouchers and/or invoices within limited authorization levels.

Purchasing

Verifies requests for goods and services against county contracts and funding sources;

Orders goods or services and follows up/resolves discrepancies and ensures delivery;

Authorizes requests for goods and services in corporate systems;

Ensures appropriate routing and approval of purchase requests.

Scheduling & Coordinating for Others

Maintains calendar(s);

Schedules meetings;

Makes and cancels appointments;

Schedules rooms for classes, meetings, conferences, etc.;

Coordinates audiovisual, training equipment, refreshment requests;

Set up schedules for internal administrative staff to insure that they are available to meet changing work needs.

Communication

Composes routine correspondence on behalf of the executive/work unit head.

Office Management

Provides administrative support and implements procedures;

May supervise others;

Establishes/modifies and maintains a system for tracking the progress of work that is the responsibility of the executive/work unit head;

Trains and orients new employees;

Provides and explains relevant policies and procedures.

General Administrative

Composes routine correspondence on behalf of the executive/work unit head.

Receptionist/Public Contact

Schedule appointments;

Explains departmental policy/procedure but does not interpret them;

Responds to inquiries that require referencing a variety of sources and utilizing

knowledge of the department/county operations.

Word Processing/Typing

Keys/types complex documents (e.g., technical);

Proofs spelling and grammar;

Uses multiple software packages to prepare equations, statistics, tables and/or presentations;

Compiles reports from edited drafts;

Uses macros and templates developed by others.

Information Systems/Software

Performs data entry with some knowledge of department/work unit/program;

Manipulates screens for additional entries;

Generates routine reports;

Creates simple spreadsheets;

Maintains databases.

Reports

Compiles routine factual/numerical reports using readily available information.

Payroll

Processes pay adjustments;

Transmits on-line T&As;

Regularly inputs routine Human Capital Management Enterprise Resource Planning system entries;

Performs payroll functions (e.g., internal collection of time sheets, verify T&A entries, verify leave slips);

Trains new employees on how to do on-line time.

Personnel

Prepares and verifies completeness/accuracy of forms/documents (e.g., personnel requisitions, PARS, PCFs);

Provides basic new employee benefits information;

Explains routine personnel policies and procedures;

Gathers information (e.g., salary range, class specifications, and merit adjustments) from HR website or other county sources for supervisor/management;

Instructs employees in proper completion of routine documents (e.g., insurance enrollment forms).

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

Knowledge of standard rules and interpretations within own functional area and a working knowledge of established methods and procedures used in related areas;

Significant nonstandard skill/knowledge is required involving production of an end product such as a report.

Word Processing/Typing

Basic skills in the use of Microsoft Word.

Math Skills

Basic math skills.

PC Skills

Basic skills in the use of applicable Microsoft Office Suite software.

Communication

Ability to write simple documents.

Information Abilities

Ability to process and integrate complex data.

Interpersonal Abilities

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both external and internal contacts.

Purchasing and Accounting

Ability to perform data entry into Purchasing/Logistics Enterprise Resource Planning systems and/or Financial Enterprise Resource Planning systems in at least three functions (e.g., create shells, accounts payable processing).

Personnel and Payroll

Ability to perform routineHuman Capital Management Enterprise Resource Planning system functions (e.g., process PARS, requisitions).

Executive Assistance

Ability to maintain confidentiality and be sensitive to political issues.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to high school graduation and two years of experience providing administrative support in the assigned functional area(s).

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to the position will be required to complete the following to the satisfaction of the employer:

+ Criminal Background Investigation

+ Child Protective Services Registry Check

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Excellent interpersonal skills.

+ Good oral and written communication skills.

+ Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently while handling multiple tasks and requests simultaneously.

+ Experience providing office support and customer service.

+ Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Employee may be required to lift up to 15 pounds and operate standard office equipment. Job is generally sedentary in nature. However, visual acuity is required to read data on computer monitor, incumbent must be able to operate keyboard driven equipment and escort clients to interview rooms. Must be able to communicate with others. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:

Panel interview and may include a practical exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home, including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others ((https%3A//www.fairfaxcounty.gov/demographics/fairfax-county-general-overview) . We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.?

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected]. EEO/AA/TTY.

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Requisition 26-00170