Administrative Support Specialist — Clerical & Records

Alachua-County-Board-of-County-Commissioners; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a dependable office/clerical assistant with a high school diploma and two years of related experience to join our team in Gainesville. You will handle routine clerical tasks and customer service responsibilities.

This role requires accurate typing (35 wpm) or completion of a word processing test, familiarity with filing systems, and ability to manage correspondence, minutes, and receptionist duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years clerical or customer service experience.
• College coursework may substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Must type 35 correct words per minute or pass a word processing test.
• Background checks required prior to hire.
• Emergency essential classification; must work during disaster or emergency.

Responsibilities

• Exudes a positive customer service focus.
• Prepare department paperwork, minutes, reports, and forms.
• Answer phones and respond to inquiries from the public.
• Organize and maintain filing systems and records.
• Schedule appointments and manage travel arrangements.
• Perform receptionist duties and handle mail.

Skills

Office procedures

Typing 35 wpm

Customer service

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

The Alachua County Board of County Commissioners is seeking a dependable office/clerical assistant with a high school diploma and two years of related experience to join our team in Gainesville. You will handle routine clerical tasks and customer service responsibilities.

This role requires accurate typing (35 wpm) or completion of a word processing test, familiarity with filing systems, and ability to manage correspondence, minutes, and receptionist duties.