F&W-2026-15 Administrative Assistant 3 (Repost)

Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Fish and Wildlife Program and meet the requirements below.

About the role

Assists the head of a Bureau or Service in a state department, institution, or agency by performing and coordinating administrative support services.

Specific to this position: Will act as the main assistant to the Assistant Commissioner, regulatory officer, and Government Representative, providing oversight and verification of reports, claims, and forms; investigates administrative problems and recommends solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support and coordinate work activities.
• Oversee and verify reports, claims, and forms.
• Investigate administrative problems and recommend solutions.

Requirements

Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education (thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience):

• Five (5) years of professional experience in a business or government agency providing administrative support services and/or coordinating work activities.
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and one (1) year of the above-mentioned professional experience.

All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.

Skills

• Ability to multi-task.
• Experience with procurement and travel.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Benefits

• Paid Benefit Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Alternative Workweek Program*
• Telework*
• Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Health Benefits (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible and Health Spending Accounts (FSA/HSA)
• Commuter Tax Savings Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Tuition Reimbursement**

*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

Pay

$58,222.22 - $84,763.22

Schedule

3E (35-hour) Work Week

Additional Information

• Veteran's Preference: To qualify, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume. For more information, visit NJ Veteran's Services.
• Residency: All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey.
• Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship.