Administrative Assistant - Public Works

City of Lake Alfred•Lake Alfred, FL

23h•$39,597 - $42,861•Onsite

About The Position

Are you organized, people-focused, and enjoy keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? The City of Lake Alfred is seeking a friendly, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support our Public Works & Utilities Department. This role is a key connection point among residents, contractors, vendors, and City staff and supports essential services such as utilities, sanitation, streets, stormwater, facilities maintenance, and cemetery operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree preferred.
Two (2) to three (3) years of administrative or clerical experience (municipal experience a plus).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Enjoys working with people and providing great customer service.
Valid Florida Driver’s License required.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Be a welcoming first point of contact for residents, vendors, and City staff (phone, email, and in person).
Provide administrative and clerical support to department leadership and team members.
Receive, track, and route service requests and work orders to keep operations moving.
Prepare correspondence, reports, agendas, and departmental documents.
Process purchase orders, invoices, and basic accounting documentation.
Help keep records organized, accurate, and compliant.
Assist with scheduling, reporting, and budget tracking.
Jump in and support other departmental needs as they arise.