Class Code: 15301
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES ENTERPRISE
DEPUTY ASSISTANT
DEFINITION
Administers programs as a division administrator
within the Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship or the Secretary of
State; performs related work as required.
The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.
WORK EXAMPLES
Supervises and evaluates the work of professional/support
staff; effectively recommends personnel actions related to selection,
performance, leaves of absence, grievances, work schedules and assignments,
disciplinary procedures, and administers personnel and related policies and
procedures.
Plans, evaluates and strategizes for
long-term development of resources, program objectives, and operational changes
which will improve delivery of services in a cost effective and efficient
manner.
Evaluates agency programming and services
and makes appropriate funding adjustments.
Collaborates with department head and
other agency executive staff on operational problems and serves as a key
resource person in evaluating and solving problems.
Reviews, modifies, or rejects changes in
functions, structure, position design, staffing levels, and related actions;
establishes organizational relationships designed to meet specific goals and
objectives.
Resolves a broad spectrum of general
administration and program problems.
Evaluates proposals emanating from or
outside of the agency regarding new or revised legislation, regulations, and
related changes that have a direct impact over programs or operations.
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED
Knowledge of the
principles, theories, techniques and trends of public administration including
financial management, labor relations, information systems, and related
governmental programs.
Knowledge of source
materials and guidelines which can be used to resolve problems encountered not
covered by precedent action.
Knowledge of the
organizational structure, functions, procedures and applicable regulatory
requirements for the organization served.
Ability to establish
program objectives or performance goals and to assess progress toward their
achievement.
Ability and
willingness to consider new ideas or divergent points of view.
Ability to
objectively evaluate facts, situations and circumstances.
Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest and
unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with internal and external
clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and
cooperative manner. Committed to
quality service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort and
commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and
attention to detail.
Responds appropriately to supervision. Makes an effort to follow policy and
cooperate with supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals of
the organization.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust
and group identity. Fosters commitment
and team spirit.
Expresses information to
individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature
of the information. Listens to others and responds
appropriately.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS
Graduation from an accredited college or university
with experience equal to six years of full-time progressively responsible
management work.
NOTE:
Positions in this class are exempt from the screening
and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services –
Human Resources Enterprise. Apply
directly to the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship and/or the
Secretary of State.
Effective Date:
9/99 BW