Administrative Secretary (23339)

Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners

Melbourne (FL)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 33,000

Full time

24 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability & Life Insurance

Florida Retirement System

457 Deferred Compensation Plan

Vacation Days

Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Brevard County is seeking a skilled clerical professional to support the Natural Resources Department. The role involves handling confidential and diplomatic matters, requiring tact and poise in high-level contacts.

Two years of clerical experience plus secretarial work, or one year as a Brevard County Secretary, are required, with a 45 WPM typing test and a valid Florida driver's license. May supervise clerical staff.

Qualifications

Two years of general clerical experience plus two years of responsible, independent secretarial work including MS Office.
Alternatively, one year as Brevard County Secretary with substitution of education/experience.
Typing proficiency required: 45 correct words per minute.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled office and clerical work for the Natural Resources Department.
Handle highly political, confidential, and diplomatic matters with tact.
May supervise other clerical staff.

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Brevard County is an EEO and Veteran's Preference employer.

Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$20.29 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Government Center/Viera. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Performs skilled office and clerical work for the Natural Resources Department. Work requires a basic knowledge of the office operation and includes significant internal and external high-level contacts. Emphasis is placed upon dealing with highly political, confidential, and diplomatic matters requiring extreme tact and poise. May supervise other clerical staff.

REQUIREMENTS:

Two (2) years of general clerical experience PLUS two (2) years of responsible, independent secretarial work that includes experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or other similar software OR one (1) year of experience as a Brevard County Secretary. Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must pass the Brevard County typing test at 45 correct words per minute. Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida driver’s license and maintain said license during the term of employment. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

Insurance

Employee Health and Dependent Health Insurance available at group rates Dental and Vision insurance
Medical and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
Short/Long Term Disability & Life Insurance Employee Wellness Program

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Retirement

Participation in the Florida Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program (457 Plan)

Vacation / Sick / Holidays

12 Vacation Days per Year
12 Sick Days per Year
11 Paid Holidays per Year

Employee Holidays

The following holiday schedule has been approved by the Board of County Commissioners. It may not apply to all government agencies within Brevard County and does not necessarily reflect operating hours for all County offices, facilities, or services. Please check with the specific organization for particular needs.

2026 Brevard County Employee Holidays