Senior Administrative & Projects Coordinator

City of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking an Administrative Assistant III in Parks & Recreation to provide advanced administrative and clerical support to the department. You will coordinate projects, manage data and reports, and assist with budget and meeting logistics.

The role requires 2.3–5 years of experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Supervisory duties may apply, with the city offering diverse services and public engagement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2.3–5 years of progressively responsible secretarial, clerical, or administrative experience.
• Associate’s degree in business/public administration, secretarial science, or related field. 5+ years of administrative experience, including supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, log, and distribute departmental projects for review using specialized software systems.
• Track and maintain records of incoming and outgoing plans, correspondence, and reports.
• Draft and prepare letters, memoranda, applications, reports, and other correspondence; proofread and edit documents.
• Research and compile data from various sources to support departmental operations and reporting.
• Prepare budget documents and requisitions; monitor office supply inventory and coordinate equipment repairs.
• Manage departmental calendars, schedule meetings, and assist with event coordination.
• Respond to customer inquiries in person, by phone, and by email.
• Generate weekly, monthly, and specialized reports on project and departmental status; present updates at staff meetings.
• Provide training, guidance, and work leadership to less experienced administrative staff.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Organization

Independent judgment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in business/public administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

City of Atlanta is seeking an Administrative Assistant III in Parks & Recreation to provide advanced administrative and clerical support to the department. You will coordinate projects, manage data and reports, and assist with budget and meeting logistics.

The role requires 2.3–5 years of experience, strong communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Supervisory duties may apply, with the city offering diverse services and public engagement.