Processing Assistant IV-(Posting# 631123-2944

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Processing Assistant IV-(Posting# )

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The essential function of this position is to perform duties as a record control clerk for the various units within Social Services. Other duties involve processing and maintaining the agency’s filing system, initiating and closing files, setting up files, locating existing files; processing mail and answering telephone calls. This position also serves as the back-up position for the main receptionist. This position requires periodic walking, standing, and bending to file documents.

It also requires the ability to lift up to 10lbs, knowledge of basic computer functions and applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel, great organizational skills, and the ability to multitask.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and demonstrated possession of knowledge, skills and abilities gained through at least two years of office assistant/secretarial experience. Prefer applicants with the ability to type with speed and accuracy, have knowledge of business grammar and vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and be capable of independently completing work.

Note: In accordance with State mandates and the Halifax County Emergency Operations Plan, Halifax County Social Services staff are required to staff emergency shelters during times of disaster. Please be advised that every staff person is eligible to be assigned to an emergency shelter or Emergency Operations Center.

The hiring range for this position is $32,017 - $35,807. Halifax County provides a comprehensive employee benefits package, including membership in the N.C. Local Government Employees’ Retirement System.

An official completed Halifax County Application for Employment (HR1107) and college transcripts are required to fully evaluate your qualifications for this position. The completed application and supplemental materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on or before the closing date; postmarks will not be accepted. All portions on the application, as they relate to your background, must be fully completed. Applications may not refer to a resume’ or other enclosed documents (i.e. "see resume" or "see attached"), nor will these items be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

We will be unable to consider incomplete submissions for this position. Unofficial transcripts (e.g. student copies) are acceptable for application purposes. If selected for employment, official transcripts will be required. A criminal background check will be required prior to hiring.

Closing Date:
Wednesday, August 05, 2026

Halifax County Human Resources Management
26 North King Street (next to the Historic Courthouse)
Post Office Box 646
Halifax, North Carolina
Telephone:

• Applicants That Do Not Meet the Full Qualification Requirements, May Be Offered a Trainee or Work/Against Appointment** (only for positions that are work against eligible)

Halifax County is a drug-free workplace. A pre-employment drug test will be required of this position with the results being received (negative) prior to the first day of employment. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will employ only those individuals who are U.S. citizens or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.

EOE/M/F/V/D