City of Charleston

Administrative Assistant II- Mayor's Office

City of Charleston  •  $44k - $47k/yr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

$43,621.50 - $46,800.00

Hourly:

$22.37 - $24.00

Department:

Executive, General Government

Division:

Mayor's Office

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Position Summary

This position is responsible for managing complex administrative operations and confidential communications for the Mayor's office while serving as the secondary point of contact for incoming correspondence and maintaining official records.

Essential Job Duties - Review

  • Screen and respond to a high volume of incoming calls and email correspondence independently.
  • Prepare and distribute administrative procedures and policy memorandums to supervisory staff.
  • Monitor and direct the recording of Mayor's office issues and correspondence.
  • Maintain custodianship of Mayor's documents and records.
  • Compose and prepare confidential correspondence, reports, and complex documents.
  • Create and maintain database and spreadsheet files.
  • Arrange complex travel plans and compile travel-related documents.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma with 3-6 years of related experience or Associate's degree with 1-4 years of related experience.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong communications skills both verbal and written.
  • Advanced proficiency in administrative operations and executive support.
  • Strong background in records management and document control.
  • Experience in coordinating executive-level communications and schedules.
  • No additional certifications.

Physical Demands

Constantly operates a computer, phone and other office equipment.

  • Constantly communicates with others to exchange information.
  • Frequently remains in a stationary position.
  • Frequently moves about the office to access files and materials.
  • Occasionally lifts and moves office supplies weighing up to 25 pounds.
  • Regularly focuses on detailed documents and computer screens.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional executive level office environment. The role involves regular interaction with high-level officials and requires a high degree of professionalism, strong communication skills and discretion.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have direct reports.

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]

City of Charleston

About City of Charleston

The City of Charleston is a progressive and energetic city and our goal is to grant our residents with the best service a city can provide and our visitors with the best vacation or business trip that a city can provide.

Charleston is a special and unique city. The combination of our unequaled beauty, warm hospitality, and exceptional public spaces provide a wonderful backdrop for residents and visitors. Through careful conservation, creative and innovative financing, and meticulous planning, Charleston is a city that celebrates a rich history. Charleston was the first city in the country to enact a preservation ordinance. We have an active and ongoing interest in the protection and restoration of our buildings, which tell the story of our past.

Keeping an eye to the future, we have set goals that make the livability and quality of life in Charleston the best in the nation. We work diligently to keep our city the best place in the country to work, to live and to play.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Charleston, South Carolina
Year Founded
1670
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