Accounting & Administrative Assistant – Signal Systems

About the role

The Road Commission for Oakland County is seeking an Accounting and Administrative Assistant to support the Signal Systems Division. This full‑time position provides essential clerical and financial support for traffic signal projects while delivering high‑quality customer service.

Key responsibilities

• Create letters, tables, spreadsheets and other documents.
• Use Field Manager, ProjectWise, Bluebeam, DocuSign, LCPtracker, Excel, Outlook and Word to generate traffic signal projects and process daily inspector reports.
• Process and modify MDOT federal‑aid and traffic signal projects, including pay and final estimates.
• Answer telephone calls, take accurate messages, and maintain a professional, courteous demeanor.
• Follow MDOT project documentation guidelines and materials acceptance procedures.
• Maintain regular onsite attendance in accordance with RCOC operating hours.

Required profile

• High School Diploma or equivalent with sufficient math knowledge.
• At least two years of clerical and word‑processing experience.
• Training in office procedures and clerical skills.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and legal eligibility to work in the United States.
• MDOT Office Technician Certification preferred.
• Experience with Field Manager and Precision software preferred.

Required skills

• Field Manager
• ProjectWise
• Bluebeam
• DocuSign
• LCPtracker
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word

What we offer

• Full‑time regular schedule with predictable onsite hours.
• Attractive benefits package.
• Equal Opportunity Employer / ADA compliant / Drug‑free workplace.