Administrative Assistant: County Administration

Onslow County•Jacksonville, NC

About The Position

Performs intermediate administrative support work involving reception, data entry, and clerical support for County Administration, along with related work as assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Assistant County Manager. Employees are expected to demonstrate the organization’s core values of Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty by delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, equipment, and office assistance techniques.
Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, and arithmetic.
Thorough knowledge of the organization and functions of the department and general administrative policies and practices.
Ability to maintain office records and prepare accurate reports from file sources.
Ability to perform and organize work independently.
Ability to prepare effective correspondence independently.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer, and knowledge of applicable software packages.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.
High school diploma or GED and extensive experience in clerical or office work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Administer and manage various projects and programs.
Receive phone calls and walk-in traffic, determine the nature of the business, answer questions, or refer inquiries to the appropriate personnel.
Conduct research and collect and analyze data.
Prepare and maintain records and files on department programs and activities, and prepare reports.
Create and maintain department data systems.
Type correspondence and independently compose correspondence.
Perform specialized department tasks and duties as assigned.
Prepare periodic and required statistical reports.
Perform assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member if appointed or volunteering.
Perform related tasks as required.