Administrative Assistant, Economic Development
Job Summary:
Supports the Executive Director and Board of Directors in all clerical and
Secretarial functions required for effective implementation in carrying out a
Coordinated County wide Economic Development Program.
Duties Performed:
Assists the Executive Director with all day-to-day operations of the Commission; Schedules appointments for the Executive Director; Researches grant information and compiles data, develops reports and completes special projects; Drafts financial, statistical, narrative and other reports as requested; Assists in the coordination of activities for the Commission; Receives visitors and incoming telephone calls; Greets public with a friendly, positive attitude in person and on the telephone; Maintains organizational files and other records; Orders office supplies; Prepares claims and accounts payable statements; Maintains the office to present a neat and professional image; Completes other tasks as assigned by the Executive Director. Performs other related duties as required.
Supervision Given:
None
Supervision Received:
Minimal supervision. Must be able to work independently.
Relationship to other jobs:
Promoted from: None
Promoted to: None
Machines, tools and equipment used:
Telephone, photocopy machine, computer, fax machine and scanner.
Working conditions:
Indoor, general office environment
Job Specifications:
Physical requirements:
Requires extended periods of time, sitting and/or standing. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs, such as files, cases of photocopy paper, etc
Educational requirements:
High school Diploma or equal
Special skills:
Must be professional and courteous at all times; Must be able to handle and prioritize many tasks simultaneously; Good typing skills; Effectively utilize time, showing self confidence, exhibit enthusiasm for work; Full knowledge of computer use; Experience preferred in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Dream-weaver, Internet. Web page design; Work well without direct supervision and must be familiar with general office procedures. Must have a valid drivers license.
Experience required:
At least one year of clerical experience required.
Training after hire:
Training programs that apply to position or enhance job performance are available upon approval and some may be required.
