Administrative Assistant (Parks, Recreation & Forestry)

Administrative Assistant

The City of De Pere is seeking an Administrative Assistant in the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department. The Administrative Assistant provides administrative, bookkeeping, and data entry support to the department and is the first point of contact with the public. The typical work schedule is Monday - Thursday, 6:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., plus additional hours to attend evening meetings. This position attends the Park Board meetings which meets at 6:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month. The City of De Pere recognizes the importance of its employees having a proper work-life balance and supports alternative work arrangements which include alternative work schedules and flexible scheduling to help meet your lifestyle needs. In addition, new employees receive three weeks of vacation time and four floating holidays per year beginning on the first day of work (prorated the first year). Salary: The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $25.11 - $26.55 per hour, depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits package.

The City of De Pere rewards employees for exceptional work performance with a pay for performance incentive program. Employees may be awarded a salary increase, bonus, or paid time off for exceptional work performance. Employees will be automatically enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), a pension plan to help provide for financial security during retirement, which consists of employer and employee contributions.

Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and a formal review of all applications will start on June 8, 2026. The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with state and federal law, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee's supervisor or Human Resources.