Administrative Assistant This position is responsible for a wide variety of routine clerical and administrative duties. Work includes assisting the Economic Development staff with a variety of tasks. Major Duties Processes and handles department payroll; Greets visitors and receives and responds to inquiries verbally and in writing; directs visitors/callers to appropriate person or department; Provides clerical and administrative support for the Economic Development Director; Codes and submits purchase invoices for department; issues purchase orders; Organizes and maintains files, and various databases; Prepares statistical and financial reports as necessary; Processes timesheets, employee reimbursements, and worker's compensation claims; Coordinates meetings for staff as needed; Receives, sorts and distributes mail; Orders general office supplies; Enters requisitions for department account payables and receivables; Assists in the purchase of new equipment; Coordinates meetings for economic development staff as needed; Assists with target marketing initiatives, including print media ads; Serves as recording secretary for various group meetings; attends meetings and transcribes minutes; Researches public records to determine legal description of properties; Assists with maintenance and design of department web site; Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree or minimum two (2) years of college required; knowledge of Microsoft Office Software required; three (3) years of administrative experience in a banking, mortgage company, or Chamber of Commerce environment preferred; must possess a good mathematical aptitude; general secretarial and administrative skills a plus. Knowledge Required by the Position Knowledge of general office principles and practices; Skill in operating modern office equipment; Skill in computer applications for word processing, spreadsheets and presentations; Skill in organizing and maintaining filing systems; Skill in oral and written communications; Ability to handle multiple interruptions, adjustments to priorities throughout the day and meet critical deadlines; Ability to use tact and courtesy in dealing with the general public as well as various businesses and developers; Ability to research public records, interpret and apply information appropriately; Ability to transcribe reports and business correspondence; Ability to understand and accurately carry out oral and written instructions; Ability to maintain confidentiality.

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Level

Mid

Location

Atlanta, GA

Occupation

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Industry

Administration of General Economic Programs

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