Job Description
Join the City of Fresno's dynamic team as a Local Administrative Assistant and become the backbone of our municipal operations! This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to support essential government services while growing your administrative career in California's Central Valley. We provide comprehensive benefits, professional development, and a collaborative work environment where your organizational skills truly make a difference. If you're passionate about public service and excel at multitasking in fast-paced settings, apply today to contribute to Fresno's thriving community!
Responsibilities
- Manage departmental calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings for staff and external stakeholders
- Handle incoming communications including phone calls, emails, and correspondence with professionalism and discretion
- Maintain accurate digital and physical filing systems for departmental records and documentation
- Process administrative paperwork including purchase orders, expense reports, and employee timesheets
- Support event coordination including logistics, preparation, and post-event documentation
- Assist with onboarding processes including new hire orientation and equipment setup
- Perform data entry and generate routine reports using Microsoft Office Suite
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree in business administration preferred
- Minimum 3 years of administrative support experience in a professional environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting
- Experience with government or municipal administration highly desirable
- Valid California driver's license required