Part-Time Administrative Assistant & Receptionist (IPERS Eligible)

City of Sioux City; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Sioux City is seeking a Clerical Assistant for the administrative offices. The position is part-time, Four hours per day, five days a week, up to 20 hours weekly, with IPERS pension eligibility.

The employee must reside within 30 miles of the City limits. Responsibilities include receptionist duties, mail handling, data entry, payroll and accounts payable/receivable support, report assembly, and scheduling.

Qualifications

• Graduation from High School or GED supplemented by some clerical work experience or related coursework.
• Ability to read and write in English; clear communication with public and staff.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and provide helpful customer service.

Responsibilities

• Serves as receptionist, staffs a public service counter and answers the telephone to provide assistance and directions to visitors and callers.
• Types, edits, revises and proofs letters, reports and related documents using a typewriter and/or a PC.
• Enters, retrieves and records data concerning activities and operations.
• Operates office equipment including a PC, copy machine, FAX and postage meter and two way radio system.
• Receives and distributes mail, records certified mail.
• Issues and records permits, receives and records cash receipts.
• Maintains filing system.
• Assists with recording and processing of payroll documents and accounts payable/receivable.
• Schedules and maintains calendar of events and meetings.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with Officials, fellow employees and the general public.
• Maintains regular and punctual working hours.
• Regularly lifts up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifts up to 30 pounds.
• Expected to temporarily perform duties outside of normal classification in the event of a declared emergency.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Data entry

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

PC

Typewriter

Copy machine

FAX machine

Postage meter

Two-way radio

Job description

The City of Sioux City is seeking a Clerical Assistant for the administrative offices. The position is part-time, Four hours per day, five days a week, up to 20 hours weekly, with IPERS pension eligibility.

The employee must reside within 30 miles of the City limits. Responsibilities include receptionist duties, mail handling, data entry, payroll and accounts payable/receivable support, report assembly, and scheduling.