Executive Assistant, Senior
Apply NowCompany: City of Atlanta, GA
Location: Atlanta, GA 30349
Description:
Job Description
General Description and Classification Standards
Provides analytical and administrative support. Duties include, but are not limited to: initiating policies; developing programs; maintaining communication links with senior management; planning and implementing community outreach activities; tracking regulations; researching funding opportunities; developing performance measures; providing direction on managerial or administrative policies and procedures, preparing productivity information and workload evaluations; and responding to public inquiries concerning City operations, policies or other activities.
Supervision Received
Works under minimal supervision; can set own work sequence and pace within process/department limitations.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.
Conducts operational reviews and productivity studies of City operational departments for efficiency; compiles and presents a final report of findings and suggested recommendations for improvement to the appropriate department or parties.
Responds to inquiries, complaints, suggestions etc. from a variety of sources, both public and private.
Performs special projects such as financial, operational or management audits and privatization feasibility studies.
Utilizes various financial flow charts, statistical reports and management reports for the purpose of analyzing and compiling studies or recommendations.
Provides technical assistance to various citywide commissions and task forces.
Communicates results of studies and recommendations to executive officers, council members, commissioners, managers and their staff.
Answers informational requests from Commissioners and Council members concerning actions proposed, etc.
Decision Making
Uses independent judgment and discretion including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards and resolving problems.
Leadership Provided
Typically has formal project management and/or skills development responsibilities.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.
Knowledge of management and administrative practices, policies and procedures.
Skill in effectively communicating and interacting with management, employees, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the City.
Ability to develop and administer operations and staff plans and objectives.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, or related field. 5 years' of management experience in; public relations, communications, or related area including supervisory experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
Preferred Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, or related field and 5-8 years' of management, public relations, or communications and supervisory/managerial experience preferred.
Licensures and Certifications
None required.
Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.
General Description and Classification Standards
Provides analytical and administrative support. Duties include, but are not limited to: initiating policies; developing programs; maintaining communication links with senior management; planning and implementing community outreach activities; tracking regulations; researching funding opportunities; developing performance measures; providing direction on managerial or administrative policies and procedures, preparing productivity information and workload evaluations; and responding to public inquiries concerning City operations, policies or other activities.
Supervision Received
Works under minimal supervision; can set own work sequence and pace within process/department limitations.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.
Conducts operational reviews and productivity studies of City operational departments for efficiency; compiles and presents a final report of findings and suggested recommendations for improvement to the appropriate department or parties.
Responds to inquiries, complaints, suggestions etc. from a variety of sources, both public and private.
Performs special projects such as financial, operational or management audits and privatization feasibility studies.
Utilizes various financial flow charts, statistical reports and management reports for the purpose of analyzing and compiling studies or recommendations.
Provides technical assistance to various citywide commissions and task forces.
Communicates results of studies and recommendations to executive officers, council members, commissioners, managers and their staff.
Answers informational requests from Commissioners and Council members concerning actions proposed, etc.
Decision Making
Uses independent judgment and discretion including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards and resolving problems.
Leadership Provided
Typically has formal project management and/or skills development responsibilities.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.
Knowledge of management and administrative practices, policies and procedures.
Skill in effectively communicating and interacting with management, employees, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the City.
Ability to develop and administer operations and staff plans and objectives.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, or related field. 5 years' of management experience in; public relations, communications, or related area including supervisory experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.
Preferred Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, or related field and 5-8 years' of management, public relations, or communications and supervisory/managerial experience preferred.
Licensures and Certifications
None required.
Essential Capabilities and Work Environment
Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.
It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.
The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.