Part-Time Administrative Assistant ID-23053

: Performs a wide variety of difficult clerical and secretarial duties.

: - Compose and type letters, reports, and memos from rough drafts, verbal instructions, or notes; utilize a variety of computer software to produce documents which may include or incorporate text, tables, and graphics;

: Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional three to six years of increasingly responsible secretarial experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

: ***Knowledge of:

  • Office practices and procedures;
  • The organization, function, and policies of the department; general knowledge of municipal government organization and services;
  • Personnel and financial recordkeeping;
  • Computer principles and procedures;
  • Proper public contact and telephone etiquette.
  • Abiltiy to:
  • **
  • Spell and use correct grammar;
  • Prioritize and schedule work to meet deadlines;
  • Trancribe material from a dictaphone system;
  • Communicate effectively with others;
  • Work independently in the absence of specific instructions;
  • Prepare accurate payroll and financial records;
  • Perform computer/word processing functions

Physical Requirements

  • Frequently stand and walk during the shift;
  • Frequently stand and walk;
  • Frequently pull or push objects;
  • Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
  • Occasionally lift and carry up to 10 pounds;
  • Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing;
  • Place arms above. at. or below shoulder height.

Application must be submitted online at

www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lubbock

  • Jobs close at 5:00 p.m. on the closing date posted on the City website. For a complete list of job openings with the City of Lubbock please visit

www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Lubbock

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