City of Madison, Alabama

Administrative Assistant

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Hourly
Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $18.50
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
flexible schedule

Job Description

Our organization is a well-established department committed to providing essential administrative and operational support to ensure smooth and efficient functioning. We prioritize customer service, accuracy, and confidentiality in all our tasks. The work environment is professional and fast-paced, demanding the highest level of organizational and communication skills. We offer a starting pay range of $18.50 per hour, depending on experience, with scheduled work hours from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. Employees benefit from a $0 cost individual health and dental premium and RSA retirement benefits, supporting both their health and future security while fostering a stable and... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma required
  • one year experience in clerical field
  • advanced office skill training or experience preferred
  • proficiency with MS Office
  • ability to handle a multi-line phone system
  • ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
  • ability to work additional hours when required
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions
  • strong judgment and discretion
  • excellent communication skills

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma
  • one year clerical experience
  • receptionist experience including multi-line phone systems
  • proficiency with MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook
  • advanced Excel skills including formulas and functions
  • strong verbal and written communication skills
  • ability to maintain confidentiality
  • strong time management and multitasking skills
  • dependability and strong work ethic
  • ability to handle stressful situations professionally

Job Duties

  • Provide administrative support to the department
  • provide general clerical support including writing correspondence, filing, appointment coordination, data entry, record keeping
  • assist the department with various tasks and projects
  • answer a multi-line phone system, screen and forward calls, record and relay messages
  • relay messages and instructions to department personnel
  • provide back-up support to other administrative positions
  • serve as timekeeper in the department
  • create and maintain forms and spreadsheets
  • greet visitors and direct them appropriately
  • sort and distribute mail
  • serve as backup in processing requests for payment and purchasing orders
  • maintain inventory of supplies and equipment

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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