Senior Secretary #1154 - Environmental Health - Health Services Division

Hamiltontn; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hamilton County Health Department seeks a dedicated individual for advanced secretarial duties, providing essential administrative support to ensure efficient operations during public health emergencies. Applicants should have a high school diploma and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Three years of secretarial experience.
• Typing speed of 45 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced secretarial duties and manages special projects.
• Provides administrative support to a Director or designated office group.

Skills

Typing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Hamilton County Health Department has a responsibility to respond quickly and efficiently during public health emergencies. All employees must keep their contact information current and be accessible for emergency mobilization. The department maintains a call-down system to store contact information and mobilize staff when needed. During emergencies, work hours may be modified to meet community needs.

Under close supervision, performs advanced secretarial duties such as managing special projects, providing administrative support to a Director or designated office group, coordinating office activities, gathering data, reporting, and supervising others.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, essential functions may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and not comprehensive.

• High school diploma or equivalent plus three (3) years of secretarial experience.
• Typing speed of 45 words per minute.
• Valid driver’s license required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work involves minimal physical effort, with intermittent sitting, standing, and walking. Extensive computer keyboarding is required, with occasional lifting up to ten (10) lbs.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description does not cover all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. Overtime hours are not guaranteed and are subject to change. All positions are in-person and require regular and punctual attendance. Work on holidays or weekends and irregular hours, including short-notice shift extensions, may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Hamilton County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability. A copy of the EEOP & Utilization Report is available on the County’s EEO Office homepage: https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx