Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant IIThis position will remain open until filled, with applications reviewed on an ongoing basis. This job posting may be removed at any time without prior notice. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for full consideration. Our Core Values We LOVE DeSoto L- We lift up our community O- We take ownership of our collective performance V- We value and respect all employees E- We empower employees to growSpecific Duties and Responsibilities• Provides primary administrative support to the Operations Manager and designated supervisors; organizes schedules, meetings, deadlines, correspondence, files, and routine follow-up items. • Receives screens, documents, and routes telephone calls, emails, visitors, citizen concerns, and internal requests; provides accurate general information and refers to technical or policy matters to the appropriate staff member. • Receives and enters service requests and work-order information in the City's designated systems; assigns or routes requests as directed; tracks status, due dates, and supporting documentation; and prepares open, completed, and aging-work reports. • Prepares, proofreads, formats, and distributes letters, memoranda, notices, forms, meeting materials, standard operating procedures, reports, presentations, and other departmental documents. • Supports the Director's Office with administrative work related to the Operations Division and the department, including assistance with the department's monthly bulletin, workshops, flyers, public meetings, and other departmental programs and communications. • Supports purchasing and accounts-payable activities by preparing requisitions and payment requests; verifying invoices, purchase orders, account numbers, receiving documentation, and approvals; maintaining transaction records; and coordinating corrections with staff, vendors, Purchasing, and Finance. • Maintains division records in accordance with City policies and records-retention requirements, including service requests, contracts, quotes, invoices, purchase records, training documents, vehicle and equipment records, facility records, and project files. • Assists with budget administration by gathering cost information, maintaining expenditure and purchase-order tracking logs, identifying incomplete documentation or potential discrepancies, and preparing routine budget-status information for management review. • Coordinates meetings, training sessions, interviews, and departmental events by scheduling dates and rooms, notifying participants, preparing agendas and materials, arranging supplies or refreshments, and documenting action items when requested. • Serves as the department's designee for media spots concerning infrastructure repair, maintenance, and reconstruction. Prepares and communicates the department's infrastructure-related media content; coordinates with all applicable divisions and departments; and follows each item through final publication of flyers and notices on the City's communication channels. • Supports vendor and contractor administration by requesting and organizing quotes, insurance certificates, vendor forms, contact information, schedules, access needs, and closeout documentation; follows up on missing items as directed. • Compiles operational data and prepares recurring and special reports, including service-request metrics, work activity summaries, purchasing status, project updates, staffing or training records, and other performance information. • Processes incoming and outgoing mail, maintains office supplies and inventories, coordinates document reproduction and distribution, and performs other routine clerical functions necessary for efficient office operations. • Handles sensitive personnel, financial, operational, and citizen information with discretion and maintains confidentiality in accordance with City policy and applicable law. • Coordinates administrative matters with Human Resources, Finance, Purchasing, Information Technology, Police, Fire, Parks and Recreation, Engineering, and other City departments as needed. • Provides administrative coverage and support during emergencies, special events, severe-weather operations, or other operational needs, which may occasionally require work outside normal business hours. • Performs other assigned duties consistent with the purpose and level of the position.Qualifications• High school diploma or equivalent. • Two (2) years of related administrative, clerical, customer-service, purchasing, records, or office-support experience. • An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. • Valid driver's licenseSupplemental Information• Knowledge of standard office administration, records management, customer service, purchasing, accounts-payable, and document-control practices. • Knowledge of City policies and procedures, or the ability to learn and apply them consistently. • Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams, and the ability to learn City software systems. • Skill in professional oral and written communication, proofreading, data entry, recordkeeping, report preparation, and basic mathematical calculations. • Ability to organize competing assignments, establish priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced environment with changing operational needs. • Ability to exercise sound judgment within established procedures, recognize issues requiring management attention, and complete routine tasks with minimal direct supervision. • Ability to interpret and follow written instructions, policies, purchasing documents, invoices, contracts, work orders, and routine budget information. • Ability to handle complaints and difficult interactions calmly, respectfully, and professionally. • Ability to protect confidential information and maintain reliable, complete, and retrievable records. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials, employees, citizens, vendors, contractors, and the public.BenefitsHealth Insurance- BCBS Dental Insurance- BCBS Vision Insurance - EyeMed Insight Flexible Spending - Payflex Employees can set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for yearly out of pocket medical expenses. Subject to IRS annual limits and restrictions. Life Insurance- Dearborn National The City provides each employee with a life insurance policy of 3 times their annual salary up to a maximum of $150,000. Voluntary Term Life Option- Dearborn National This is additional low cost life insurance available to employees and their dependents. Employee Assistance Program- Deer Oaks Assists in recommending counselors for any city employee experiencing personal problems. Education Pay Employees can receive a monthly additional pay for Associates, Bachelors, Masters and PHD degrees. Social Security Employee participates at 7.65% contribution with matching city funds. Texas Municipal Retirement System Employees participate in a statewide retirement program at 7% contribution with a city match of 2:1. Five years vesting, 20 years retirement at any age. Vacation Non-civil service employees accrue 6.67 hours per month (2 weeks per year). All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year). Sick Leave Non-civil service employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All police employees accrue 10 hours per month (3 weeks per year). All Fire employees accrue 15 hours per month (7.5 - 24 hour shifts a year). Holidays Non-civil service employees receive 13 paid holidays per year including one personal or "floating" day. Longevity Pay Earned at a rate of $4 per month. This is calculated on number of years of service up to and including 25 years (maximum $1200). Worker's Compensation Worker's compensation coverage is provided for all employees. Fire/Police Eligible for Education/Certification pay. Deferred Compensation Plans- Mass Mutual/Empower Payroll deduction for employee participation. City does not contribute.