City Manager Executive Assistant & Liaison

Akml; Nome; On-site; NOK 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Nome seeks an Executive Assistant who will provide high‑level administrative support to the City Manager and be part of the city’s management team. The role involves handling confidential legal and personnel matters and supporting governance processes.

Key duties include screening visitors and calls, preparing reports and agendas, managing contracts, coordinating events, and maintaining city records. Strong organization and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in business/public administration preferred.
• Excellent command of the English language (grammar, writing).
• Experience with MS Word and clerical tasks.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in legal and personnel matters.
• Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Screen visitors and calls, route to officials, maintain contacts.
• Establish effective relationships with departments and officials.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, and agendas; manage city records.
• Administer contracts and oversee leases; assist in contract negotiations.
• Plan events and coordinate communications for the City Manager.

Skills

Public Admin

English proficiency

Communication

Problem solving

Document management

Public safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s degree in business/public administration

High School Diploma or equivalent

4 years office experience

Tools

MS Word

MS Outlook

Multi-station phone system

Scheduling software

Job description

City of Nome seeks an Executive Assistant who will provide high‑level administrative support to the City Manager and be part of the city’s management team. The role involves handling confidential legal and personnel matters and supporting governance processes.

Key duties include screening visitors and calls, preparing reports and agendas, managing contracts, coordinating events, and maintaining city records. Strong organization and discretion are essential.