Public Sector Administrative Assistant I

City of Atwater; Atwater (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atwater seeks an Administrative Assistant to perform a wide range of office and support tasks for a city department, under general supervision. The position emphasizes timely information gathering, data preparation, and public relations with residents and visitors.

Applicants must attach a typing certificate, pass a written test, and demonstrate strong English literacy, organizational skills, and the ability to handle public inquiries and complex clerical work with accuracy.

Qualifications

• Typing speed of 40 words per minute.
• Ability to interpret and apply city policies and procedures.
• Experience supporting management and public relations tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin support to assigned City department and management staff.
• Greet visitors and handle public inquiries with information about department policies.
• Prepare reports, minutes, letters, and other documents; input data and generate reports.
• Schedule appointments, tours, and demonstrations; handle mail and office equipment.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Public relations

Customer service

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

City of Atwater seeks an Administrative Assistant to perform a wide range of office and support tasks for a city department, under general supervision. The position emphasizes timely information gathering, data preparation, and public relations with residents and visitors.

Applicants must attach a typing certificate, pass a written test, and demonstrate strong English literacy, organizational skills, and the ability to handle public inquiries and complex clerical work with accuracy.