Senior Administrative Assistant City of Longwood, FL

• 3.8 Longwood, FL Job Details Full-time $19.79
• $22.

17 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Pension plan Vision insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Pet insurance Qualifications Computer operation Budget management Confidential information handling National Incident Management System Introduction (NIMS-700) Spreadsheets High school diploma or GED Driver's License Financial records management Financial record maintenance Clerical experience Productivity software Budget tracking Physical document handling File organization Full Job Description Description The Public Works Senior Administrative Assistant plays a crucial role in supporting the Public Works Department's operations and initiatives. This position involves performing a variety of administrative and clerical tasks to ensure the operational functioning of the department. The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Examples of Duties Essential Functions :

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. Provides comprehensive administrative support to the Public Works Director and other senior staff. Manages calendars, schedules meetings, and coordinates appointments. Provides customer service, receives calls, greets visitors, and provides information and assistance to internal and external customers. Coordinates departmental communication, as needed, including maintaining the departmental phone tree. Prepares and enters work orders for a variety of maintenance and repair needs. Prepares, edits, and distributes various documents, including memos, reports, and presentations. Responsible for department data entry using department software management systems, ensuring information is up-to-date and accurate as assigned. Obtains vendor quotes in accordance with purchasing policies and procedures, enters requisitions, maintains purchase orders, tracks budget allocations, and secures department approvals. Tracks expenditures and processes invoices, ensuring a timely and accurate billing process. Assists with tracking of warehouse and office inventory, managing assets, documenting equipment, and other related tasks. Oversees vehicle registration, license plates, fuel cards, transponder devices, and coordinates vehicle badging. Updates maintenance records for public works assets and fleet, including both small and large equipment, and city generators Assists in scheduling repairs and maintenance, as needed. Assists with organizing departmental events, workshops, and training sessions. Orders and tracks materials and supplies as directed. Receives, sorts, and distributes mail, processes outgoing mail for the department. Undertakes special projects as assigned by supervisor and/or director. Follows safe working practices and has a working knowledge of safety practices and procedures in accordance with the City's Safety and Health Program. All employees will have a role in the City's disaster preparation and/or disaster recovery efforts, as may be designated in the City Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.

Additional Duties :

Performs related tasks or other duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, and at least two (2) years in progressively responsible professional administrative work. Experience working in a government office environment and Notary Public designation is preferred. An Associates or Bachelor's Degree in related coursework is preferred. Must maintain a Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Must have or be able to complete ICS 100 and 700 courses within six (6) months of hire. Supplemental Information Special Requirements Adjusts to changing priorities and handles multiple tasks efficiently. Excellent organizational and time management abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Familiarity with budgeting and financial processes. Ability to work with vendors and order supplies through multiple specialty companies. Maintains discretion and integrity in handling sensitive information. Must be able to organize and document by use of databases and spreadsheets. Proficiency in business English, spelling, and arithmetic is essential. Bilingual proficiency is advantageous. Thorough knowledge of the organization and functions of the department and of general administrative policies and practices including purchasing policies. Ability to learn asset management systems and navigation of GIS and online map resources. Ability to keep office records and to prepare accurate reports from file sources; ability to perform and organize work independently. Ability to prepare effective correspondence on routine matters and to perform routine office management details without referral to supervisor. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, contractors, business owners, retailers and the general public and to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfully. Familiar with grants, loans and joint agreements for Federal agencies, FEMA, Florida DEP, and FDOT. Willing to undergo training as required and when available. Technical Requirements Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to manage and organize digital and physical records. Skilled in the operation of standard office and data entry equipment. Working Conditions This is mostly a sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to twenty (20) pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects. Work requires walking, standing, reaching, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word, and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound. Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities. The worker may be subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

• This posting is open until filled
• Disclaimer The City of Longwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In compliance with The Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Benefits are effective the first day of the month, following 30 days of employment, unless otherwise stated benefits are for eligible full-time employees only. Health Insurance

• The City offers three health plan options through United Healthcare. United Healthcare Plan 22
• $0 cost for employee coverage! United Healthcare Plan 21-H.S.A Plan
• $0 cost for employee coverage! United Healthcare Plan 20 Health Savings Account (HSA
• The City offers employees the option of a Health Savings Account (HSA), which is a tax-advantaged medical savings account available to eligible employees who are enrolled in a high-deductible health plan. Employees may use their HSA on qualified medical expenses. Flexible Spending
• The City offers two Flexible Spending plans; a Health Care Flex Spending and a Dependent Care Flex Spending. Dental Insurance
• The City offers two dental options through Guardian. One option is a DHMO option which requires you to designate an in-network provider. The other option is a PPO options which give you the freedom to use in
• and-out of network providers. You can access the dental provider's network and find a dentist near you at www.guardianlife.com. Vision Insurance
• The City offers a voluntary vision plan through United Healthcare Vision. Employer Paid Basic Group Life and AD&D Insurance
• The City of Longwood provides you with $50,000 of life and AD&D insurance.

Teamsters and IAFF positions may have additional life insurance provided.

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Employee Group Life and AD&D Insurance

• You are also able to purchase additional life and AD&D insurance through the City.

As a new hire, the guaranteed issue amount for employees to enroll is up to $100,000, up to $25,000 for your spouse and up to $10,000 for your child(ren). Employees are eligible for up to 5x your earnings to a maximum of $500,000. Your spouse is eligible for 50% of your coverage amount. Coverage over the guaranteed issue requires an Evidence of Insurability form. Employer Paid Long Term Disability

• At no cost to you, as a new hire, you are automatically enrolled in this benefit. Aflac Voluntary Benefits
• Through Aflac you will be able to enroll in Short-term Disability, Accident, Cancer or Critical Illness coverage, more information on how these plans work are available through www.aflac.com Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Nationwide pet insurance helps you cover veterinary expenses so you can provide your pets with the best care possible—without worrying about the cost.

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//benefits.petinsurance.com/longwoodfl PENSION The City provides a Defined Contribution Program through Florida League of Cities; all regular full-time employees are automatically enrolled in this benefit. The City makes a 10% contribution to general employees' pension plan. The City contributes to the Teamsters (Police), and IAFF employees' pension plan and employees contribute 1% of their salary. Deferred Retirement

• Full-Time regular employees have the option of joining a 457 Deferred Retirement Plan in addition to the Employees' Pension Plan. Employee Assistance
• The City recognizes that personal problems and family member problems can affect work performance and quality of life in general.

In an effort to provide support and assistance to employees and dependents, the City is providing this confidential program without cost to employees. Professional consultations cover financial matters, family communications, stress, alcohol/drug problems, emotional/psychological distress and legal problems. Vacation Leave

• The City provides annual paid vacation time off work to eligible full-time employees to allow for rest, recreation and personal activities. Vacation entitlement is based upon service credit. Sick Leave
• Regular full-time employees accrue (8) hours per completed month paid sick leave.

Sworn firefighters accrue (12) hours per completed month paid sick leave. Sworn police officers accrue (8.4) hours (equivalent to the number of hours in a scheduled work shift).

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