Job Description
Join our dynamic team at El Paso County Government as a full-time Administrative Assistant. This pivotal role provides critical support to department heads while ensuring seamless office operations in a fast-paced government environment. We offer competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative workplace dedicated to serving our community.
Responsibilities
- Manage calendars, coordinate meetings, and schedule appointments for department leadership
- Prepare, edit, and distribute official correspondence, reports, and confidential documents
- Handle incoming communications via phone, email, and in-person with professionalism and discretion
- Maintain digital and physical filing systems with strict attention to data integrity
- Assist in budget tracking, expense reports, and procurement processes
- Coordinate office logistics including supplies, equipment, and vendor relationships
- Support new employee onboarding and training initiatives
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Business Administration or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of administrative support experience in government or corporate settings
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Exceptional organizational skills with ability to prioritize competing deadlines
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Knowledge of public sector procedures and protocols preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) certification highly desirable