What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant to the Deputy City Manager position at City of Springfield, MO?
Description
The City Manager's Office is looking for an Administrative Assistant to the Deputy City Manager, the Director of Quality of Place Initiatives, and the Director of Belonging and Intercultural Development . The Deputy City Manager helps administer city government through supervision of other city departments, assistance in policy formulation and implementation, and coordinating functions between various departments. They work with outside agencies and organizations in collaborative efforts. The Deputy City Manager works closely with city council, City Manager, and department directors in planning programs for various Municipal Operations.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide a wide array of complex, responsible, diverse, sensitive, and confidential support services for those they serve,
- Coordinate the daily activities of Senior Leaders within the City of Springfield Leadership team.
- Handle highly complex and confidential items between Citizens, Employees, and Senior Leadership.
- Provide exceptional customer service to individuals seeking assistance through the City Manager's office.
- Performs responsible administrative duties as well as office management functions.
What You’ll Need:
- High degree and understanding of confidentiality
- Keen eye for attention to detail and organizational skills
- A high degree of independent judgment and thorough knowledge of city functions, policies and procedures.
What You’ll Love:
Benefits: pension & health insurance provided at no cost to the employee, plus generous leave time, a wellness program, and more!- Growth: Advance your career through professional development, tuition reimbursement, national conference training opportunities, and continuous learning opportunities.
Working at the City of Springfield means being part of an award-winning team of professionals committed to community involvement. With multiple accredited departments and a team of over 2,200 dedicated employees, we take pride in being leaders in public service.
Qualifications and Requirements
Experience, Education, and Training
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Office Administration, or a related field
AND
- One year of experience.
- Directly related experience may be substituted for the formal education requirement on a year-for-year basis.
Licensing/Certification
- Certified Professional Secretary (CPS) is desirable.
Functions
For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.
Other Requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet
Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
