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ENGINEERING OFFICE MANAGER

The Adair County Secondary Roads Department is accepting applications for Office Manager. This position is a full-time hourly position. The purpose of this position is to organize, administer and oversee the administrative functions of the department and provide support to the Engineering and Maintenance functions. This is a non-union position and is considered a confidential management position. This position requires a High School diploma or GED with two-year business-related degree or four-year Bachelor’s degree in job-related program. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Must have the ability to supervise, lead and direct the work of others. Has direct supervision over Administrative Aide. Must be self-motivated, have good communication skills, and ability to work well with county employees, contractors, and the public.

Responsibilities include: correspondence, filing, preparing and processing forms, department licenses and permits, communication with the public, electronic and regular mailing and miscellaneous associated work. Performs accounting work including but not limited to bookkeeping, inventory control, timesheets and coding time to proper function code, payrolls, claim payments, purchase orders, accounts receivable, budget balance reports, fuel tax forms, and miscellaneous associated work. Performs or works with Auditor’s Office regarding personnel-related work including but not limited to payroll withholding, health insurance payment, tax statements, personnel files, vacation and sick leave accruals, IPERS computations, longevity computations, mileage reimbursements, and miscellaneous associated work. Assists the public and directs the work of the administrative aide. Assists with irregular work associated with, or required by state and federal programs resulting from natural disasters including but not limited to discovery documentation, cataloging repair work using input and notes from department maintenance personnel, coordination and communication with state and federal officials, completed work documentation, associated clerical and accounting, and miscellaneous associated work.

Represents the Department and County in a professional manner.

Successful candidates will pass a physical, background check and drug screen prior to employment. The minimum starting pay is $29.00 hourly but is flexible based on prior experience and skills. Adair County offers an excellent benefit package including health, vision, dental and life insurance, IPERS and paid time off.

Application and job description are available at the Adair County Engineer’s Office, 602 SW 2nd Street and at the county website www.adaircountyiowa.org. The job description is also included below. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Adair County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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