Administrative Assistant III - DPW

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to provide advanced administrative and clerical support to an assigned department, ensuring efficient office operations and high-quality customer service.

The role involves project coordination, data management, and departmental reporting, with potential supervision of staff or interns and the ability to work independently with sound judgement.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of administrative procedures and office management.
• Strong written and verbal communication with staff, management, external agencies, and the public.
• Ability to compile, organize, and analyze data to prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced administrative and clerical support to an assigned department.
• Coordinate projects and assist with departmental reporting.
• Manage data and generate reports as required.
• May supervise staff, temporary employees, or interns as assigned; work independently with sound judgment.

Skills

Office management

Data analysis

Written & verbal communication

Project coordination

Time management

Independent judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in business/public administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Posting Expires:10/05/2026

Salary Range: $44,286.17- $55,357.71

General Description and Classification Standards:

The purpose of this position is to provide advanced administrative and clerical support to an assigned department, ensuring efficient office operations and high-quality customer service. The Administrative Assistant III performs a variety of specialized duties including project coordination, data management, and departmental reporting. The position may supervise other administrative staff, temporary employees, or interns and is expected to work independently while exercising sound judgment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge,
skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an
exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of administrative
  and office management procedures and departmental operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
  with the ability to interact effectively with staff, management, external
  agencies, and the public.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word,
  Excel, PowerPoint) and specialized office data systems.
• Ability to compile,
  organize, and analyze data to prepare clear, concise reports.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure,
  manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
  with attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in
  routine and non‑routine situations.

Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience

• 1.
  High school diploma or GED
• 2.
  3–5 years of progressively responsible secretarial, clerical, or
  administrative experience.

Preferred
Education & Experience

Associate’s degree in business/public administration, secretarial science, or related field. 5 or more years of administrative experience, including supervisory responsibilities.

Licensures and
Certifications

None
required.

Essential
Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical,
lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job
successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements:

Light work : Exerting up to 20 pounds of force
occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.

Work Schedule:

This position follows the City’s hybrid work
schedule policy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner
and requires in‑person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days
per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week, based on
eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybrid work
schedule is subject to change at any time to five (5) days in‑person work.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that
qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because
of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other
terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to
provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in
all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust
the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable
accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or
employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position
he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the
accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion,
age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status,
veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal,
state, or local law. We value and
encourage diversity in our workforce.