Remote-Eligible Administrative Assistant III, City Clerk Office

City-of-Gaithersbur; Observatory Heights (MD); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

City of Gaithersburg is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to support the City Clerk and elected officials. The role involves preparing materials for Mayor & City Council meetings, managing records, handling MPIA requests, and assisting in the election process.

Ideal candidates have strong organizational and communication skills, ability to work under deadlines, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

Qualifications

• Experience in office assistance or administrative support.
• Knowledge of municipal government operations or public records is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day operations of the City Clerk's Office and support City programs and policies.
• Prepare and publish meeting agendas, minutes, notices, and related documents for Mayor & City Council.
• Attend meetings to provide administrative support and perform follow-up tasks as needed.
• Manage official City records including organization, archival and destruction.

Skills

Administrative support

Records management

Meeting preparation

Public records requests

Written & verbal communication

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Associate degree or some college coursework desirable

Job description

City of Gaithersburg is seeking an Administrative Assistant III to support the City Clerk and elected officials. The role involves preparing materials for Mayor & City Council meetings, managing records, handling MPIA requests, and assisting in the election process.

Ideal candidates have strong organizational and communication skills, ability to work under deadlines, and proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.