Strategic Administrative Officer: Budget, Policy & Operations

Guilford County; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Guilford County is seeking an experienced administrative officer to coordinate purchasing, budgeting, personnel transactions, and act for a supervisor in their absence. The role requires handling calendars, drafting communications, and supporting department management.

The position emphasizes developing and interpreting office policies, training staff, and ensuring operational efficiency across county programs. A strong background in public administration is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of progressively responsible administrative or office management experience; OR Associate Degree with five years; OR High School with seven years of progressively responsible administrative or office management experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates purchasing, budget preparation and control, personnel transactions, and acts for a superior in their absence.
• Schedules calendars, drafts correspondence, agendas, minutes, and travel arrangements.
• Assists the director with departmental management activities and coordinates with other departments and state agencies.
• Coordinates assignment of equipment, space, and building maintenance; ensures staff have needed resources.
• Creates, updates and interprets office administration policies and trains staff.
• Audits work for accuracy and supports budget planning/preparation.
• Reviews contracts and documents for signature and supports recruitment processes.

Skills

Public administration

Office procedures

Policy analysis

Accounting practices

Government operations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High School diploma

Job description

Guilford County is seeking an experienced administrative officer to coordinate purchasing, budgeting, personnel transactions, and act for a supervisor in their absence. The role requires handling calendars, drafting communications, and supporting department management.

The position emphasizes developing and interpreting office policies, training staff, and ensuring operational efficiency across county programs. A strong background in public administration is essential.