Administrative Assistant - Community Development

Administrative Assistant

A career about community? An interest in local government? Do you value integrity, trust, respect, accountability, creativity, collaboration? If you answered "yes" then the City of Hampton has an opportunity for you! Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, may include flexible and/or hybrid work opportunities, and other benefits.

If you embody the following attributes, consider joining our dynamic Community Development Department:

• Creative problem solver
• Interest in helping build communities
• Proactive self-starter
• Life-long learner
• Strong team player
• Passionate about excellent customer service
• Enjoy collaborating with other colleagues who share your passion
• Effective communicator
• Desire to impart knowledge to others
• Embracing new technology

You will perform a broad spectrum of clerical, technical and administrative duties in support of the work in Community Development. The City of Hampton is seeking an Administrative Assistant within the Community Development Department to perform a variety of clerical, technical and administrative duties in support of management for the City of Hampton. May support special projects as required. This class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or successful completion of the GED; business school training or coursework in Office Administration preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in providing support and scheduling preferably within a municipal government or other service related organization, is required.
• Requires thorough knowledge of current business practices and protocols involved in providing services and quality customer service to the public.
• The ability to take and transcribe dictation may be required. Computer skills that include proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software are required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements:

• Work environment requires contact with the general public, city employees, elected officials, business executives, and representatives of municipal, state, and federal government, as well as other public and private organizations.
• Must have flexibility to work non-standard work hours when needed.
• The incumbent must exercise discretion and diplomacy when dealing with customers. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

Benefits Overview:

This is a summary of benefits associated with permanent, full-time positions. Benefits associated with other positions can be found with specific job listings. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following one full calendar month of employment in the following benefit plans:

Sentara Health PlansEAP Provider: ComPsychOptumRxDelta Dental InsuranceAnthem Blue View VisionFSA Reimbursement accounts - Standard: Accident and Critical IllnessChubb Term Life InsuranceLegal Resources PlanVirginia 529Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA

• Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.
• Other forms of leave include: Maternity Leave, Parental Bonding Leave, Care for Sick Parent Leave, Birthday Leave, Personal day (available every quarter)

The eleven paid holidays each year include: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, Employee's birthday

The retirement plan is offered through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS View phone number on click.appcast.io) and is a defined benefit pension plan. For more information, see the VRS website.

Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is Securian Financial.

Mission Square Retirement plans 457, Roth IRA, Roth 457 plans are offered through Mission Square Retirement View phone number on click.appcast.io). For more information, visit Mission Square.

Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.

Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government/business knowledge and skill development.

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family contact CompPysch at View phone number on click.appcast.io or see the Guidance Resources Website.