Administrative Assistant I (part-time)
About The Position
Under the general direction of the Economic Development Director, this part-time position performs economic development and administrative support activities. The schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Essential Functions of the Job include preparing reports, correspondence, memorandum, schedules, minutes, requisitions, public hearing notices, statistical data, technical narratives, charts, and tables. The role assists in the administration of economic development programs operated by the Economic Development Authority (EDA), engages in community outreach for the City, and assists with marketing programs provided by the EDA. This position provides basic information relative to economic development programs, gathers information and prepares reports for EDA meetings, answers telephone and walk-in inquiries, prepares written correspondence, and maintains accurate records. Additional duties include conducting surveys, collecting data, analyzing prevailing practices of other communities, conducting research to gather data on statistics and demographics, and assisting in the research, preparation, and writing associated with grant applications. The role also involves filing paperwork, maintaining electronic and paper files, verifying income, performing credit checks, and maintaining office supplies. Adherence to all work policies and safety practices, and attendance at required training are also essential. Performs other related functions as assigned.
Requirements
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- Two years experience involving administrative clerical work.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Must be proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and database software.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of university, community college, business, vocational schooling preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepares reports, correspondence, memorandum, schedules, minutes, requisitions, public hearing notices, statistical data, technical narratives, charts, and tables.
- Assist in the administration of economic development programs operated by the Economic Development Authority (EDA).
- Engages in community outreach for the City in response to directives from supervisor.
- Assists with marketing programs provided by the EDA.
- Provides basic information relative to economic development programs.
- Gather information and prepares reports for EDA meetings.
- Answer telephone and walk-in inquiries or direct to appropriate staff, prepare written correspondence and maintain accurate records.
- Conducts surveys, collects data and analyzes prevailing practices of other communities.
- Conducts research to gather data on statistics and demographics for internal and external use.
- Assists in the research, preparation, and writing associated with grant applications and other similar documents.
- Files paperwork and maintains electronic and paper files.
- Verify income and perform credit checks.
- Maintain office supplies.
- Adhere to all work policies and safety practices and attend required training.
- Performs other related functions as assigned.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
