Council Asst presso City of Arlington

Salary:

$17.00 - $21.25

Job Details:

Under general supervision, performs complex clerical duties requiring a thorough knowledge of organizational and/or departmental policies and procedures related to the work performed.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Handle citizen complaints using skills in diplomacy, discretion and independent judgment. Includes answering questions and disseminate information requiring a thorough knowledge of organizational and departmental procedures and correct political posture. May direct calls to other persons or departments as appropriate.
• Research documents and assemble data to compile routine and complex reports for City Council members, analyzing the information relative to its budgetary impact or council policy.
• Handle simultaneous requests of a confidential or sensitive nature; prioritize the workflow; and to initiate follow-up action with expediency. Includes oversee, prioritize and coordinate the work of others.
• Compose, edit, and type letters, memoranda, and reports, often of a confidential nature from longhand, typed copies or dictation.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform receptionist duties, greeting visitors, and communicating information.
• Maintain attendance records on a spreadsheet and manage a database on all citizen boards and commissions for various City Council members.
• Maintain current resumes, biographical data, personnel records, and other documents on all elected officials.
• Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and presentation packets.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of modern office methods, procedures, and equipment.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and punctuation.
• Skill in performing a variety of clerical duties.
• Skill in communication with other city employees and the public by oral and written means.
• Skill in utilizing customer service, verbal communication, and time management techniques.
• Skill in using various personal computer software programs, i.e., Microsoft Excel, Access, etc.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.
• Ability to perform a variety of physical skills including, but not limited to, seeing, squatting, sorting, standing, sitting, typing, walking, and writing.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment, including, but not limited to PC, typewriter, multi-line telephone, Fax machine, copier, and calculator.

Qualifying Education and Experience:

• One year college.
• Two year related clerical experience.

Employment Screenings Required:

• Criminal background check

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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