City Council Aide

City of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The City Council Aide supports the daily operations of the City Council office by helping manage schedules, email and phone correspondence, and routine administrative tasks. The role assists policy and district staff by coordinating logistics, tracking requests, and helping keep the office organized and responsive. The position works under minimal supervision, with the ability to set work sequence and pace within process and department limitations.

The role provides administrative support, constituent services, community engagement support, and coordination across the office. It may also involve other duties as assigned. The City of Atlanta may change specific job duties, with or without prior notice, based on organizational needs.

The position is open until 11/13/2026 and offers an annual salary range of $60,000 to $80,000.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, or a related field; additional years of experience may exceptionally substitute for the degree, with at least four years of related professional experience.
• One to three years of experience in a governmental or public affairs role handling legislative processes and community engagement.
• Knowledge of basic office administration and organizational practices.
• Knowledge of customer service and constituent service principles.
• Knowledge of general office procedures, including scheduling, correspondence, filing, and recordkeeping.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow established procedures and instructions while exercising appropriate judgment.
• Ability to organize work, prioritize assignments, and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to maintain accurate and organized records, files, and shared information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of experience in a governmental or public affairs role handling legislative processes and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling, logistics, and day-to-day office operations.
• Support internal coordination to ensure tasks and deadlines are met.
• Respond to constituent inquiries and provide basic assistance.
• Route requests to appropriate staff and track follow-ups.
• Help identify and report quality-of-life concerns.
• Support staff at meetings and events as needed.
• Assist with event materials, setup, and general logistics.
• Help coordinate follow-up and organization after events.
• Track open requests and ensure timely completion across the office.
• Help prepare basic background information or documents for staff.
• Keep shared files, notes, and records organized and up to date.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level