Administrative Assistant

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Location : Mount Vernon, OH
Job Type: Part-time
Job Number: 220000179
Department: AIRPORT AUTHORITY
Division: AIRPORT
Opening Date: 06/23/2026


Objectives


Performs duties relating to administrative assistant functions for the Knox County Airport Authority. Reports to the Knox County Airport Manager.

Essential Functions

• Proficient typist with attention to detail, composing various correspondence and reports, as well as preparing and sending mailings.
• Record, transcribe and prepare monthly meeting minutes for the Knox County Airport board meeting; other reports as requested, with a sensitivity to confidential matters and information.
• Organize and maintain existing airport files, both electronic and hard copy; create new files.
• Help prepare the annual budget; complete purchase orders and submit invoices for payment; verify prices and obtain quotes; order supplies and equipment; and monitor expenditures.
• Maintain the Knox County Airport Authority website.
• Answer phones (in office and mobile phone on occasion) and take messages; record and circulation accurate communications to personnel.
• Attend and participate in Knox County Airport Authority board meetings.
• Travel off-site to various locations for events and errands.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Ability to get along with others.

Job Standards
Associate degree from two-year college (or equivalent) preferred; or six months to one-year Administrative Assistant or related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
Must possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Supplemental Information
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs related non-essential functions as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Equipment:

Ability to operate a variety of office equipment. Individual uses appropriate personal protective equipment when necessary. Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely.

Critical Skills/Expertise:

• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and perform job requirements in a reasonable amount of time with minimum supervision/guidance.
• Strong communication skills. Communicate effectively and courteously with Park District personnel, Board members, volunteers and the public.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to apply critical thinking skills, define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions using judgment, and analytical skills;
• Proficiency in grammar, writing, mathematical skills, spelling, and punctuation;
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Proficiency with computers including use of Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point. Ability to use Google Docs.
• Ability to calculate figures using addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages.

DIFFICULTY OF WORK
Work consisting of complex, varied, standardized and non-standardized tasks requiring application of numerous laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Individual must be able to professionally address and work with diverse populations.

RESPONSIBILITY

Individual must demonstrate multi-tasking and organizational skills. Individual must adhere to departmental rules and procedures regarding confidentiality due to the nature of information that is accessed. Individual makes choices or decisions without supervisory input on most daily activities, such as establishing priorities. Supervisor does provide general guidance, but allows the individual the ability to plan the procedures and methods to accomplish objectives. Individual must perform as a team player.

Errors in work may cause inaccuracies in reports, records, or technical data resulting in inaccurate or incomplete information.
PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS
Contact is with co-workers, employees from public and private sector organizations and the public. The purpose of these contacts is to guide and direct, check on progress of work assigned, coordinating services, and job development/referrals, make recommendations and handle questions about department, programs and client concerns.
PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Requirements : Individual performs light work, which may require lifting up to twenty-five(25) pounds occasionally. Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

Physical Activity: Individual performs the following physical activities: standing, sitting, walking, manual dexterity, grasping, bending, reaching, talking, and listening.

Visual Activity : Individual may perform computer work for long periods of time.

Job Location: Ability to work in an office environment with moderate noise from standard office equipment, and on occasion work in outdoor weather conditions and be exposed to noise.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. The Administrative Assistant will follow any other instructions, and perform any other job-related duties, as assigned by the Director.
Knox County offers a complete package to full-time employees including: health care, dental, vision, life insurance, pension, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and deferred compensation plans.

To learn more, visit our Benefits Page.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

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I understand and accept that, depending upon the position for which I am applying, if I am employed by Knox County, my employment may be for no definite period of time and I may be terminated, with or without cause or notice at any time, at the opinion of either Knox County, or myself. I understand that no representative of Knox County, other than an Appointing Authority, has any authority to enter into any agreement or to make any agreement with me contrary to the foregoing, except that an Appointing Authority of Knox County may do so in writing under specific limited circumstances.

• Yes
• No

03


I understand and accept that, if I am selected for employment, my initial and continued employment may be conditioned upon my passing any medical examination that the employer deems necessary to determine whether I can physically perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodation when necessary. I understand and accept that this will include drug, alcohol, or substance abuse testing.

• Yes
• No

04


If employed, I understand and accept that, depending on the department in which I am applying for employment, I may be required to work evening or night shifts including weekends, be on call, and/or work mandatory overtime hours. I also understand and accept that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the Knox County Appointing Authority.

• Yes
• No

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I understand and accept that if any information required in this application is found to be falsified or intentionally excluded, my application may be disqualified from further consideration. I further understand and accept that if I am employed by a Knox County Appointing Authority, I may be subject to disciplinary action, including termination, if any information required by this application has been falsified or intentionally excluded.

• Yes
• No

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I understand and accept that the employer requires a high degree of integrity and confidentiality of its employees. I understand that the employer will use screening procedures to evaluate my qualifications and suitability for employment, including but not limited to interviews, criminal record checks, driving record checks, written testing, reference checks, background investigations, psychological evaluations, and drug testing. I also acknowledge that I may be subject to other screening procedures not specifically listed above, and that may be a prerequisite to my appointment.

• Yes
• No

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I hereby authorize the employers, schools, and personal references named in this application to provide information regarding me to the employer. I further authorize the release of personal, academic, and other records to the employer.

• Yes
• No

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I solemnly swear that all of the information furnished in this employment application is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application. I understand that any misrepresentation or falsification of the information provided may lead to withdrawal of an employment offer or termination following employment. I recognize that my future employment with the employer will be jeopardized if I engage in substance abuse, illegal drug abuse, or alcohol abuse. Any background check conducted as part of the hiring process shall be in compliance with State and Federal law, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act and EEOC Enforcement guidelines and Knox County policies. Applicants are hereby advised that State and Federal law may disqualify an individual with a particular criminal history from employment in certain positions. Reference the following link to view a summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Reporting Act: Therefore, in consideration of my employment application being reviewed and considered by a Knox County, Ohio, Appointing Authority, I, being at least 18 years of age and under no legal disability on behalf of my heirs and assigns, hereby release and hold harmless Knox County, Ohio and any of its agents, employees, Appointing Authorities, related officials from any and all liability, whatever type and nature, resulting from the administration of any such screening procedures and/or release of the results there from.By typing your name - you are effectively agreeing and signing this application.
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