Senior Administrative Assistant - Human Services

The City of Savannah is looking for a self-motivated and goal driven individual to add value to the Human Services Division as an Senior Administrative Assistant. Â This position performs a variety of intermediate to complex administrative and clerical functions in support of the department. Â Some duties and projects may be of a highly confidential or sensitive nature and is based upon the department assigned. Â

Come join the City of Savannah and see the rewards of working for local government and being a public servant. We won't disappoint!

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The City of Savannah offers a comprehensive and impressive benefits package including pension, 457 plan, vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.Â

• Performs word processing duties for preparation of memoranda, letters, departmental procedures, agendas, resolutions, ordinances, and other documents.
• Processes invoices for payment and is responsible for departmental purchasing records and related documents.
• Prepares and gathers budget information for data entry and reports.
• Maintains records of expenditures and reconciles accounts.
• Performs research on policy, rules and regulations, and historical data.
• Maintains the departmental calendars.
• Enters departmental payroll and prepares personnel forms for worker's compensation, accident reports, insurance, risk management, and any other necessary related forms or payroll functions.
• Maintains comprehensive confidential, sensitive personnel records; assists in preparing Personnel Action forms for discipline, including demotion, termination of employees working with HR Analyst.
• Prepares and coordinates travel arrangements for conferences and training in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Responds to inquiries from the public in person and by telephone.
• Answers telephones; provides information and assistance, takes messages or forwards to appropriate personnel; greets and assists visitors.
• Responds to service requests.
• Receives, counts, verifies, transports and deposit funds collected, if applicable.
• Inventories and orders supplies as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.Â
  
  

Requires Associate Degree in Business or Public Administration or related field supplemented by two (2) years of administrative, clerical, or customer service experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Work Location: 305 Fahm Street Savannah, GAÂ

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental accounting.
• Knowledge of municipal auditing principles and practices.
• Knowledge of city budgetary and purchasing policies.
• Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
• Knowledge of office equipment.
• Skill in developing short- and long-range plans.
• Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
• Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in the use of office equipment and in the training of others in its use.
• Skill in oral and written communication.