We are seeking an exceptional communicator committed to achieving a high level of accuracy and attention to detail. An ideal team member will be able to work well independently in a variety of situations, with strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication, administrative and organizational skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities.

Duties and Tasks

Requires an associate degree with major coursework in office support or business or office education and one year of work experience performing a variety of office support, clerical, or secretarial work. Additional work experience performing office support, clerical or secretarial duties may substitute for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Experience in administrative work and customer service.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
Skilled in the use of analytical tools and data analysis methods.
Ability to work effectively within a complex work environment to meet strict deadlines.

All application material must be received on or before 11:59 p.m. on the closing date.

• JSND does not provide sponsorships.
• Applications will ONLY be accepted online through the ND PeopleSoft System.
• In addition to the online application, applicants MUST upload the following documents
  • Resume;
  • Cover letter (addressed to Human Resources Division);
  • Copy of their college transcript (if using to substitute for experience requirement); and
  • At least three business references with contact information.
• Applications will be scored based on a 100-point job related personnel system.
  • Application materials should include information which clearly articulates how you (the applicant) meet the position’s minimum qualifications and can perform the summary of work. It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all your application materials.
• Applicants claiming ND veteran’s preference must submit documentation proving their ND residency and eligibility under North Dakota Century Code 37-19.1 by uploading the following:
  • Veteran must upload a Form DD-214;
  • Disabled Veteran must upload a Form DD-214 and a current statement of disability from the Veterans Administration which is less than 1 year old;
  • Spouse of Disabled Veteran must upload a Form DD-214, a copy of the marriage certificate, and a current statement of disability from the Veterans Administration which is less than 1 year old; or
  • Spouse of a Deceased Veteran must upload a Form DD-214, a copy of the marriage certificate, and a copy of the veteran's death certificate.
• For assistance, contact to following individuals in advance of the position closing date:
  • Jason Sutheimer, SPHR, SHRM-SCP at 701-328-2840 or jpsutheimer@nd.gov or Shenille Lillejord, HR Officer, at 701-328-2151 or slillejord@nd.gov for:
    • accommodation or assistance with the application or selection process; or
    • a complete Job Description Questionnaire.
• For questions regarding the position's duties or requirements; contact the following individual(s) in advance of the position closing date:
  • Becky Aman at (701) 328-3020

TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

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.