Administrative Assistant II – Part-Time

Catawba County Government•Hickory, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Catawba County Parks is seeking a detail-oriented, organized Administrative Assistant II to provide support in managing the daily operations of the department. This part-time position plays a key role in office operations and administrative support, including managing accounts payable, contracts, budget tracking, and internal documentation. If you have a strong background in office or clerical work and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply! This position is part-time, working 20 hours per week, and receives benefits (prorated at 50%).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or other related field and 6 months of office management or advanced clerical experience; OR Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or other related field and 2 years of office/clerical experience, including 1 year of office management or advanced clerical experience; OR High school diploma or GED equivalent and 4 years of office/clerical experience, including 1 year of office management or advanced clerical experience
Strong organizational and time management skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with staff, vendors, and the public
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel)
Ability to interpret and follow County purchasing guidelines and administrative policies
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and department needs
Customer service mindset, particularly in handling public inquiries and vendor coordination

Nice To Haves

familiarity with financial or ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft)

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support for the Parks Department, including office management and recordkeeping
Serve as the main point of contact for the department, answering calls and directing inquiries
Manage accounts payable, including purchase orders, procurement card processing, and vendor payments
Assist with HR-related tasks such as compiling required forms for hiring personnel, scheduling interviews, and onboarding paperwork
Coordinate and maintain contracts with vendors and park patrons
Support budget preparation, data entry, tracking, and communication with Finance and Budget staff
Maintain organized records for personnel, training, inspections, volunteers, and department policies