Administrative Assistant-Public Safety

City of Auburn • Auburn, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing administrative support to the Public Safety Services Unit. This position reports to the Public Safety Executive Director. The work is sedentary, which requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work is typically performed while sitting, standing, or stooping. The work is typically performed in an office environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; three (3) to five (5) years’ experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Requirement exists at the time of hire and as a condition of continued employment.
• Knowledge of the basic operations and functions of the Public Safety Department.
• Knowledge of department policies and procedures and relevant City policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of local government operations, policies and plans, and modern office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs.
• Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Skill in the use of small office equipment, including calculators, copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet and deal with employees and the public in an effective and courteous manner.
• Ability to get along with others, and work effectively with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to work independently, work well with others, and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Processes departmental budgets and grants for the Public Safety Services Unit.
• Performs administrative, personnel and payroll functions.
• Performs office duties and organizational tasks.
• Coordinates and processes travel and training-related plans for departmental staff.
• Maintains and processes informational and analytical data to include preparing reports for presentations when required for the Public Safety Services Unit.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED