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Robert Half
Administrative Assistant
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What they do
An Office or Administrative Assistant performs administrative work in an office. Works in a wide variety of office settings, such as a company or business, or a government office or school. Manages paper and electronic files, uses office equipment including computers, responds to phone calls and emails, routes mail and maintains calendars and schedules.
$50,177 / year median in California
-12% projected decline
Job Description
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide dependable clerical and office support for municipal operations. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can balance customer service, document coordination, and administrative tasks in a public-sector environment. The role involves supporting departmental workflows, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with official communications and meeting-related activities while handling sensitive information with discretion.
Responsibilities:
- Provide day-to-day administrative support for city departments and the Office of the City Clerk, ensuring office activities run efficiently.
- Prepare, organize, and maintain records, reports, correspondence, and other public-facing documents with a high degree of accuracy.
- Respond to incoming calls, assist visitors, and deliver courteous customer service to staff, residents, and external contacts.
- Support the coordination of City Council meetings by assembling materials, distributing notices, and helping track related documentation.
- Assist with public notification processes and provide administrative support for election-related activities as needed.
- Enter, update, and verify information in office systems, spreadsheets, and databases to maintain reliable records.
- Manage multiple clerical assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced municipal setting.
- Handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly while following established administrative procedures.