Administrative Services Assistant

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, the Executive Administrative Assistant is responsible for professional staff work of routine to average difficulty in relieving an executive of administrative tasks. This role serves as a liaison between the executive’s office and various government offices, departments, agencies, and community organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a liaison between the executive’s office and state, local, and federal agencies.
• Attend legislative meetings, functions, and events to gather information.
• Handle complaints and requests from government officials, employees, and citizens.
• Represent the executive at receptions, luncheons, and other official gatherings.
• Supervise and evaluate clerical staff, providing training as needed.
• Assist with hiring, promotions, transfers, and performance evaluations.
• Draft, review, and route routine and non-routine correspondence.
• Gather information for speeches, staff meetings, and reports.
• Take meeting minutes as required.
• Make travel arrangements and manage expense accounts.
• Order office supplies and operate standard office equipment.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Equivalent full-time administrative experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis (up to 4 years).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and office management tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $16.47 - $18.85 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Athens, TN (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Athens, TN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $19