The background of well-qualified candidate will demonstrate experience in the following areas:
Skilled in the use of standard workplace equipment and applications (MS Word, EXCEL, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.).
Prior experience performing a broad range of administrative duties.
Prior experience working with customer service which involves direct face-to-face contact with clients.
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Agency information:
District Operations is a statewide unit within the DHHS Division of Facilities Management that coordinates facilities operations, performs diverse administrative functions and provides clerical support services to the Department.
Application Information:
For additional information about this position please contact Angela Perkins, Business Manager at 207-561-4101, or by email at email at Angela.Perkins@Maine.gov
Please submit all documents or files in PDF or Word format.
To request a paper application, please contact Mandy.Hernandez@Maine.gov
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:
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 Fit - 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 ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 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 an
Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurancePaid time offEquity / stock options
Additional Information
If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.
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Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS)
Office Associate II
Opening Date: June 9, 2026
Closing Date: June 23, 2026
Job Class Code: 6542
Grade: 13 (Admin Svcs)
Salary: $17.73 - $25.53 per hour*
*This is inclusive of a 2.50% recruitment and retention stipend
Position Number: 02023-2387
Location: This recruitment is being conducted for a vacancy located in Bangor.
Core Responsibilities:
This position will provide supportive services by performing varied clerical and administrative tasks within the DHHS District Office. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Greeting/screening individuals coming into the office and asking questions to determine needs and referring to appropriate employee, unit or office for services;
- Receiving, routing and transferring all incoming calls and documenting all walk in traffic on the electronic walk-in log;
- Troubleshooting equipment and advising others requesting technical assistance;
- Scheduling conference rooms and interview rooms;
- Issuing and tracking visitor access badges;
- Processing outgoing and incoming mail;
- Inventorying and restocking office supplies and equipment;
- Training employees providing coverage for the reception area;
- Other tasks, as assigned, which fall within the classification.
Maine · Bangor, ME