What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant - HMEA position at The City of Hartford?
Description
The hours of work are 40 hours per week. This classification is either a HMEA union position (Salary $52,236.34 - $67,161.12/Annually) or a non-union classified position (Salary $41,659.80 - $64,260.04/Annually) depending on where the position is located.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of public administration as it relates to local government operations within the departmental function concerned.
- Functions and technical procedures of the departmental programs or functions involved.
- Microsoft Office applications such as Word, EXCEL and PowerPoint.
- Basic principles of financial and budgetary management.
- Practices and procedures of office management.
- Research methods and techniques.
- Plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinate staff.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.
- Express oneself clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
- Maintain various records related to departmental work.
Qualifications
Graduation from a four-year accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, political science, economics or closely related field, AND one (1) year of progressively responsible experience in a business organization or the public service.
A COPY OF YOUR DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. A DEGREE OR TRANSCRIPT SUBMITTED WILL BE VERIFIED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.
HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED: A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.
APPLICATIONS VIA FACSIMILE OR EMAIL ARE NOT ACCEPTED AND WILL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION
Other Information
If selected, you will be required to pass a physical examination administered by a City physician, a drug and alcohol screening examination, and a background check. If appointed, you will serve 3-12 months of probation. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws, rules and regulations.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL, UNLESS OTHERWISE REQUESTED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.
IN ADDITION TO YOUR INBOX, PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR JUNK AND SPAM EMAIL FOR ALL RECRUITMENT COMMUNICATION.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE:
Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form along with a DD214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Salary : $41,660 - $64,260
