EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR

Description of Work

The Executive Assistant to the Administrator, under the general direction of the Administrator and Deputy Administrator, provides direction and execution of internal and external communications, including but not limited to document/presentation preparation, event planning, implementation of innovative communications, print/digital publications, program/project support, and website updates. Provides a wide variety of highly responsible and complex confidential executive support to the Administrator and Deputy Administrator. Substantial latitude exists for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment.

Required Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelors degree in Business Administration or a closely related field from an accredited university, college, or business school; AND have a minimum of one (1) year of recent, full-time, progressively responsible administrative experience;

OR

• Possess an Associate's degree in Business Administration or a closely related field from an accredited university, college, or business school; AND have a minimum of four (4) years of recent, full-time, progressively responsible administrative experience.

Note: The recruitment for this position utilizes assessment(s) to match candidate foundational competencies, personality, and job fit to those required for the position.

Physical Conditions / Work Location

Physical Activities:

An employee in this class performs generally sedentary work activity requiring the occasional lifting of objects weighing thirty-five (35) pounds or less.

Environmental Conditions:

An employee in this class generally works in the Administration Office, although occasional travel within the area may be required.

Additional Information

Evaluation Content:

The selected candidate must take a post-offer medical examination (including a back screen and complete physical) and drug screening test conducted by an appointed physician before the first day of employment. Employment offers are contingent upon the results of these examinations.

Applicants may also be subject to a post-offer criminal background check depending on the position's nature and assignment. Employment is contingent upon the results of this check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment is considered permanent.

Applicant Review Procedure

Applicants are entitled to a review of any determination or action taken regarding their employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Department.

Purpose

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list to fill current and future vacancies in this classification. For each opening, the Department Head selects candidates meeting the required minimum qualifications. The eligible list remains effective for three (3) months unless extended or exhausted.

Place of work