Monday, August 3, 2015

City of Edmonds is hiring an Executive Assistant

City of Edmonds is hiring an Executive Assistant at their Edmonds office;

$4,393 to $5,451 DOQ, plus benefits (2014 rates)

Closes August 14th

Union position. 

 

Required Knowledge of:

·       City organization, procedures, federal and state laws.

·       Administrative functions and operations of a City government.

·       Research methods, data collection and statistical analysis.

·       Accurate, lawful, and efficient record-keeping techniques.

·       Budget monitoring and control including proficient skills in mathematics.

·       Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

·       Principles of customer service and public relations.

·       Proper telephone etiquette.

·       Effective oral and written communication principles and practices.

·       Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications sufficient to perform assigned work.

·       English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

·       Principles of business letter writing.

 

Required Skill in:

·       Performing technical clerical and administrative duties having City-wide impact.

·       Planning and performing technical administrative office coordination duties.

·       Maintaining records, files, and information in compliance with laws, policies and procedures.  

·       Interpreting, applying and explaining rules, regulations, policies, procedures and laws.

·       Successfully meeting schedules and time lines.

·       Preparing a variety of reports, logs, records and files related to assigned activities.

·       Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information; working confidentially with discretion.

·       Being flexible and able to work with diverse personalities

·       Researching a variety of subjects and presenting information in an efficient, accurate manner.

  • Utilizing personal computer software programs and other relevant software affecting assigned work.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
  • Meet schedules and time lines and ability to work independently.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing, including public relations and customer service.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:

Two years of college-level training in business, office management, or related field and four years of increasingly responsible executive assistant or administrative office support experience or any combination of education, training and experience.   

 

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Valid State of Washington Driver's License.

Must be able to complete and pass a background check.

 

To view this job posting and apply go to www.edmondswa.gov

Posted by DJWB