Administrative Assistant I: Office Operations & Data Support

Craven County Government; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Craven County Government seeks an administrative assistant to support a department's activities and relieve the department head of operational detail. The role handles confidential correspondence, screens inquiries, and maintains records with discretion.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in Business Administration or Secretarial Science or equivalent experience and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills for a busy public office environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Business Administration or Secretarial Science or related field, and some experience in secretarial and administrative work; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in secretarial and administrative work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing administrative details as outlined by a superior.
• Prepare or edit records, reports, speeches or other materials; research content for accuracy.
• Screen and route materials; route duties require knowledge of operations and staff assignments.
• Answer telephone, take messages, direct calls or visitors, and provide information.
• Input, retrieve and maintain data in computer databases or systems.
• Receive and deliver mail; prepare mail for delivery.
• Compose letters, reports and memorandums; ensure grammar and spelling accuracy.
• Compile information using standard logs or forms.
• Enter correct information on forms; summarize data for standard reports.
• Operate office equipment and software; file and purge records as needed.
• Administer assigned projects and complete reports.
• Maintain department records; serve as a contact for the department and refer inquiries.
• May be required to serve during times of disaster.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in Business Administration or Secretarial Science

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

Craven County Government seeks an administrative assistant to support a department's activities and relieve the department head of operational detail. The role handles confidential correspondence, screens inquiries, and maintains records with discretion.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in Business Administration or Secretarial Science or equivalent experience and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills for a busy public office environment.