Ward 1 Executive Assistant & Community Liaison

City of Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Cleveland seeks an Executive Assistant to support Ward 1 Councilmember, handling daily scheduling, correspondence, and constituent services. The role involves coordinating meetings, tracking projects, and liaising with City departments and community groups to advance Ward 1 initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least four years of executive support experience, with strong MS Office skills, discretion, and a track record of managing multiple priorities in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• At least four years of full-time office administration or executive support experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and electronic calendars.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license.
• Knowledge of grant research and grant writing.
• Knowledge of municipal government and community engagement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Councilmember's daily schedule and office operations.
• Serve as primary contact for Ward 1 residents; document concerns.
• Maintain relationships with residents, block clubs, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate and attend Ward 1 meetings and events.
• Communicate with City departments regarding constituent concerns.
• Research issues and assist with letters, reports, and presentations.
• Research grant opportunities and assist with grant writing.
• Assist with Ward 1 projects by coordinating with partners and tracking deadlines.
• Maintain organized records for constituent matters and council business.
• Handle confidential matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Customer service

Discretion with confidential info

Multitasking / Prioritization

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Public Administration / related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

File-management systems

Electronic calendars

Job description

City of Cleveland seeks an Executive Assistant to support Ward 1 Councilmember, handling daily scheduling, correspondence, and constituent services. The role involves coordinating meetings, tracking projects, and liaising with City departments and community groups to advance Ward 1 initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and at least four years of executive support experience, with strong MS Office skills, discretion, and a track record of managing multiple priorities in a