Administrative Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position involves the responsibility for performing confidential, complex administrative assistant functions for the County Administrator on a daily basis. The incumbent performs
a variety of tasks in support of the County Administrator's executive function including preparing materials for legislative and management matters. The work is carried out in
accordance with procedures set forth by the County and as directed by the County Administrator. Responsibilities involve acting as a liaison between the County Administrator, the Legislature, Department Heads and the general public. Incumbent works closely with appropriate staff to coordinate the necessary reports requested of and needed by the County Administrator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those
contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill,
and/or ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or University in Business, Public Administration, Marketing, Communications, or related field preferred. Education must be supplemented by a minimum of three to five (3-5) years of progressively responsible work experience, preferably in local government operations. Other equivalent education and work experience may be considered in meeting the minimum education and experience requirements.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of local government management; knowledge of local government operations: ability to understand and articulate comprehensive operational policies and procedures; understanding of the Freedom of Information Act, privacy restrictions, and constitutional limitations: ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, elected officials, businesses, and the public; ability to exercise independent decision making on issues related to assigned duties.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Strength and mobility to work in a typical office setting; stamina to perform sustained physical labor, including standing, sitting or walking; strength to lift a minimum of ten pounds unassisted; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to
communicate in person or over a radio or telephone. Work environment may be stressful or time-sensitive at times.