Administrative Assistant II - Parks Seasonal

Parks & Recreation

• Administrative Assistant II – Parks Seasonal
• Posting Expires: Open Until Filled

Salary: $18.00 hourly

General Description and Classification Standards Performs general administrative and clerical duties in support of the department director or coordinator within an assigned department. Duties include, but are not limited to: preparing, reviewing, disseminating and/or filing routine correspondence, documents and reports; assisting the public, public officials, departmental and other City personnel with various requests; answering the telephone; and greeting visitors.  Supervision Received Works under minimal supervision; can set own work sequence and pace within process/department limitations.   Essential Duties & Responsibilities These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned. 

• Performs receptionist, general administrative and clerical duties. 
• Opens, sort and distributes incoming mail; prepares and deposits outgoing mail. 
• Staffs the office at all times unless otherwise directed; substitutes for co-workers in temporary absence of same. 
• Maintains office supplies, inventory, and orders items for restocking. 
• Handles routine requests for information, records and other resources directly, relieving supervisor of administrative details; provides clerical support for the division. 
• Receives, reviews, routes and/or processes various forms, requests and reports, files, records and documents from the public and/or other departments. 
• Researches and locates records using computer system or manually; resolves problems in searching and recovering lost, missing and/or any other particular report or file. 
• Attends meetings, seminars and training sessions as required to remain knowledgeable of departmental operations, to promote improved job performance and to stay current with changing state/municipal policies, codes and laws. 

 The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.   Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list. 

• Knowledge of administrative procedures and methods as required in the performance of duties. 
• Skill in communicating with supervisors, staff members and the general public. 
• Ability to compile, organize, prepare and maintain an assortment of records and reports.

   Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent. Two (2) years of experience. 

Licensures And Certifications

None Required.

Preferred Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Business Administration or related field, and two (2) years of experience in a progressively responsible clerical role. 

Work Environment:

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.  

Lifting Requirements:

Light work:  Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects. 

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.  We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.