Administrative Assistant

Salary : $47,278.40 - $61,464.00 Annually
Location : City Hall- 101 1st St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, IA
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Community Development
Division: Community Development
Opening Date: 07/20/2026
Closing Date: 8/3/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: NON_BARGAINING
Max Number of Applicants: 150

Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys helping others, and takes pride in keeping things organized? If so, we'd love to have you join our Community Development team. As an Administrative Assistant , you will report directly to and work under the guidance of the Community Development Director. You'll play an important role in supporting the daily operations of a department dedicated to shaping and improving our community. From assisting residents and customers to supporting staff with administrative needs, you'll be a key part of collaborating team that values professionalism, excellent service, and working together to make a difference.


If you're someone who enjoys creating order, building positive relationships, and contributing to meaningful work that impacts the community, we encourage you to apply!
About our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community's diverse backgrounds and this position is crucial in the success and strategic direction of a growing and evolving community. We appreciate and leverage the vast experience individuals bring beyond the technical requirements of a job. If you are an individual with similar experience listed here please consider applying. Experience and skills combined with commitment to our core values is key to building a greater community now and for the next generation.
About our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is our vibrant and diverse community known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our city has a strong sense of community which can be seen at any of our numerous parks, recreational opportunities, and family-friendly events year round. You can also explore our thriving downtown district, filled with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, or take a stroll along the Cedar River, which runs through the heart of the city.
About this Opportunity
Provides a variety of administrative/clerical duties for designated department.
The City of Cedar Rapids does not offer sponsorship for employment authorization.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Serves as primary initial contact for assigned department.
• Answers department telephone calls, receives and greets visitors to the department, and provides information to or refers callers and visitors to other appropriate departments or City personnel.
• Maintains calendars and coordinates and schedules meetings as directed.
• Prepares correspondences, reports, lists, and other documents as instructed and requested by other designated office personnel.
• Performs data entry in assigned software programs.
• Coordinates and transcribes minutes for staff and various meetings. Organizes and manages multiple filing systems.
• Copies, packages, and distributes a variety of written materials as requested by other designated office personnel.
• Gathers, assembles, updates, distributes, and/or files a variety of information, forms, records, and data.
• Requisitions supplies and materials for the department as requested in accordance to Purchasing Services regulations.
• Receives and processes receipts and invoices.
• Processes and distributes mail.
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Associates degree in a related field and
• One (1) to three (3) years' experience of clerical or administrative experience or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

Supplemental Information


Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io.
We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!

• Multiple health insurance plans administered by Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield with low employee premiums, deductibles, and co-insurance (view our benefits summaries for more information: and )
• Expansive Wellness Program and low cost onsite exercise facilities
• Dental Insurance with Delta Dental of Iowa
• 100% city paid basic life insurance
• Other voluntary benefits offered including vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• IPERS Retirement - Iowa Public Employees Retirement System, with contributions of 6.29% employee/ 9.44% City
• Deferred Compensation (IRS Section 457) retirement programs
• Generous paid time off AND 11 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave program with 4 weeks of paid time off
• Annual salary increases, AND an annual across-the-board increase (determined by available budget)
• Longevity Pay for years of service
• Educational assistance up to $3,000 per year
• A culture that is supportive and committed to professional development opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness - Employees may qualify for the PSLF program which forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer.

01


Which of the following best indicates your highest level of education?

• I do not have a High School diploma or GED
• High School diploma or GED
• Some college (at least the equivalent of 1 year)
• Associate's degree or vocational equivalent
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or higher

02


How many years of experience do you have in Administrative Assistant and/or Customer Service?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year of experience
• At least 3 years of experience
• At least 5 years of experience
• At least 7 years of experience
• At least 9 years of experience
• More than 10 years of experience

03


Which of the following best indicates your total years of experience where primary duties consisted of clerical or administrative duties? Please only include experience where your primary job responsibilities were in one of these areas.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• At least 1 year of experience
• At least 3 years of experience
• At least 5 years of experience
• At least 7 years of experience
• At least 9 years of experience

04


Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office?

• Beginner - Able to perform basic tasks such as creating simple documents, entering data, sending emails, and using basic formatting.
• Intermediate - Comfortable with day-to-day use, including formatting documents, using basic formulas in Excel (e.g., SUM, AVERAGE), managing calendars, and creating standard presentations.
• Proficient - Regularly uses Microsoft Office in a professional setting; able to create complex documents, use intermediate Excel functions (e.g., IF statements), and manage data efficiently.
• Advanced - Highly skilled; able to use advanced Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis tools), automate tasks, create polished reports/presentations, and troubleshoot issues.
• Expert - Deep expertise across multiple Office applications; designs complex spreadsheets and reporting tools, uses advanced automation (e.g., macros), and may train or support others.

05


Please share your work experience while preforming administrative duties.
06


Please share your experience preparing and proofreading professional correspondence, reports, and presentations.
07


Please share your knowledge of public-sector or municipal operations.
08


Briefly describe your experience working collaboratively with diverse groups of people.
Required Question