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$19.60 - $28.25 / Hourly

Office Specialist I

United StatesUnited States·Augustamid
Administration & Office SupportOffice Specialist
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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

An Overall View The day is service-driven and adaptive, balancing structured queue work with real-time taxpayer interaction and frequent shifts in priority.

Requirements Summary

Training, education,

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Responsibilities

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  • →Knowledge of payroll principles, procedures, and techniques; and automated payroll systems and procedures.
  • →Knowledge of human resources practices and employee benefits.
  • →Knowledge of the principles, practices, and equipment related to quality control of data input and output.
  • →Knowledge of the laws and practices related to the title and ownership of motor vehicle titles.
  • →Ability to develop and change web pages using established content.
  • →Ability to verify, code, compute, and/or reconcile data on standard documents.
  • →Ability to conduct research, gather information, and analyze results to reach a conclusion
  • →Ability to oversee and maintain inventory/supplies.
  • →Ability to review input/output of information from electronic information systems and develop/implement quality control standards for data input structures and output quality assurance.
  • →Ability to examine motor vehicle title applications and associated documents such as liens, chain of ownership, vehicle and odometer information, and signatures to determine vehicle ownership.
  • →Ability to write clear and comprehensive reports.
  • →Ability to develop and recommend new work methods and administrative policies/procedures.
  • →Ability to understand and promote management goals as they affect day-to-day operations.
  • →Ability to repair, service, clean and/or maintain issued materials.

Representative Tasks & KSA’s are cumulative across the Office & Administrative Support Job Family. All positions in this classification assume the Distinguishing Characteristics & KSA’s of: Office Assistant I, Office Assistant II, Office Associate I, and Office Associate II.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training, education, or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a proficient knowledge of modern office practices to perform advanced administrative support tasks requiring specialized skills, and 2) the ability to use independent judgment, initiative, and discretion to make determinations on varied matters. All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of: Office Assistant I, Office Assistant II, Office Associate I and Office Associate II.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Some positions may require possession of a valid Class B Maine Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.


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In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.  




What We Offer

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No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

✓Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
✓Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
✓Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
✓Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
✓Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
✓Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
✓Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
✓Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
✓Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
✓Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
✓Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
Augusta, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

About this job

Pay per year
≈ $40,768–$58,760 a year
Who can apply
United States
Posted
1 day ago
Employer
has 340 open jobs on Jobera in 2 countries.

Listing Details

Posted
October 20, 2026
First seen
October 20, 2026
Last seen
October 20, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
0
Repost count
0
Trust Level
63%
Scored at
October 21, 2026

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Office Specialist I$19.60 - $28.25 / Hourly