Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community, celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits and promotes career and personal development. Benefits include enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System, flexible and/or remote work opportunities for certain positions, excellent healthcare insurance, and other fringe benefits. The City of Hampton, is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support the Hampton Victim Witness Program. If you have excellent administrative skills, and enjoy engaging with the community in a public-facing role, this could be the perfect opportunity for YOU!
This role performs a broad spectrum of clerical, technical and administrative duties in support of senior management for the City of Hampton. May support special projects as required.
*Candidates with background knowledge of Tyler Identity/NWS, Laserfiche as well as procurement and budget processes are preferred.
Minimum Requirements- High school diploma or successful completion of the GED; business school training or coursework in Office Administration preferred.
- Three (3) years of of experience in providing support and scheduling preferably within a municipal government or other service related organization, is required.
- Requires thorough knowledge of current business practices and protocols involved in providing services and quality customer service to the public.
- The ability to take and transcribe dictation may be required. Computer skills that include proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software are required.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
- Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
Additional Requirements- Work environment requires contact with the general public, city employees, elected officials, business executives, and representatives of municipal, state, and federal government, as well as other public and private organizations.
- Must have flexibility to work non-standard work hours when needed.
- The incumbent must exercise discretion and diplomacy when dealing with customers. Strong customer service and interpersonal skills are essential.
- The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.
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