Administrative Assistant (MDC)

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

3d•$18 - $18

About The Position

The Administrative Assistant performs administrative and business-related duties in support of the Metropolitan Detention Center. The position drafts correspondence and reports, maintains departmental records and files, responds to information requests from the public and other County departments, and may assign work and train entry-level clerical staff. Duties may vary according to specific job assignments and responsibilities. The position’s essential duties are performed indoors in a temperature-controlled environment, typically on a dry, even surface that may be carpeted or tiled. The worker often works alone, both with and without direction from supervisors.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of progressively responsible work experience in an office or clerical setting.
Valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed.
Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
Adherence to County safety guidelines.
Completion of FEMA training assigned to the position.
Completion of required supervisor training, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Responds to requests for department-related information from the public or other County departments.
Maintains records of daily transactions and departmental business, including time records, budget expenditures, and personnel actions.
Orders supplies and equipment.
Drafts responses to correspondence and researches and writes periodic and special-interest reports about departmental operations and functions.
Provides typing and word-processing assistance; answers and transfers telephone calls and takes messages as needed.
Attends meetings as a department representative when assigned.
Maintains department files.
May assign work and train entry-level clerical staff.