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Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow associates who come from all walks of life, all types of cultural backgrounds and all ages.
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 1, 2024.
Performs secretarial work for an agency head, school head or key official; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
The Administrative Assistant for the Director of Planning performs complex technical, difficult and often confidential administrative work in support of the director, with a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. Work is performed under the general direction of the Director of Planning. An individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily including the following:
- Maintains liaison between the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, county administration and agencies, Planning staff, regulatory agencies and the public for communication and correspondence with the Director of Planning
- Conducts research and handles special projects and assignments as directed by the Director of Planning
- Handles a variety of administrative or technical assignments including summarizing and reviewing reports and correspondence
- Plans and arranges meetings and conferences as needed
- Schedules appointments, training, and seminars for staff upon request
- Prepares correspondence and memoranda independently, and for the director
- Manages the director’s schedule/calendar
- Responsible for correspondence, agendas, reports, and memoranda in conformance with county policies
- Types, files, answers telephone, makes copies, emails PDFs, maintains records
- Knowledge of English grammar, punctuation and arithmetic
- Skill in typing, ability to read, spell, proofread
- Ability to file alphabetically, numerically and chronologically, ability to maintain records, organize, use the telephone, listen, understand and follow directions
- Ability to write legibly
- Ability to schedule and coordinate meetings and conferences
- Ability to interpret written material and to communicate verbally
- Ability to verify data
- Ability to learn the policies and procedures of and the services provided by the agency to which assigned
- Ability to compose and prepare effective correspondence
- Ability to exercise mature judgment and to make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public
- Accuracy, tact, and good judgement
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school and five (5) years of related clerical/secretarial experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information
It is strongly recommended that you electronically submit a cover letter that briefly describes any relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. This will be used in the screening process.
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, April 1, 2024.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our online applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.us.
Minimum Salary
47788
Maximum Salary
87908
Currency
USD
Main Organization
General Government
General Government
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
