Job Description

Position Purpose

Welcome to the City of Dallas!

The City of Dallas is one of the largest employers in the DFW Metroplex.

Our employees have growth opportunities and a chance to make a difference in the community.

What do we offer?

A competitive salary, five years vested pension plan, great benefits package that includes health, vision and dental insurance, pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, qualifying childcare assistance, paid time off and more.

Join our diverse workforce and help us in providing excellent service to the residents of Dallas while building a rewarding career.

Overview

The Administrative Specialist II performs intermediate to advanced level administrative support or technical program assistance in disseminating information for a variety of functions, divisions, or departments.

Essential Functions

Performs a variety of advanced administrative functions; provides assistance in accounting, procurement, contract development, budgeting, and accounts payable/receivable; assists with budget analysis, preparation, and making recommendations for budget spending

Participates, assists, and supports in the planning and execution of a department program; develops, coordinates, and maintains record keeping and filing systems; handles petty cash and performs general accounting duties.

Prepares, interprets, and disseminates information concerning agency programs and procedures.

Coordinates, organizes, and facilitates meetings, conferences, and seminars for department or division; assists in coordinating work and various projects between units of the department.

Compiles and analyzes data, makes calculations, and prepares reports; assists and supports high level administrative staff in the development and dissemination of data and information; runs monthly division reports to ensure performance measures are met.

Assists in the preparation of presentations for administrative hearings.

Researches, composes, designs, and edits publications such as brochures, forms, and manuals; provides support for other document, marketing, and departmental publishing.

Assists in the development and implementation of training materials; provides training for subordinate administrative staff to ensure quality and efficiency of work; monitors and ensures all licenses, certifications, and physical paperwork are accurate and up to date.

Responds to inquiries regarding rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; provides excellent customer service; monitors department inventory and ensure the procurement of required essentials.

Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.

Knowledge of customer service techniques to resolve problems and issues.

Ability to investigate, collect, and analyze information for accuracy, consistency and conformity with established policies.

Ability to coordinate, lead and train others.

Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

3 years\' experience in an administrative support role
Licenses and Certifications

None
Education

High School Diploma, GED

Supplemental Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel assigned to this classification and is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skill required. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

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