City Clerk Administrative Specialist

Salary : $36,795.20 - $47,091.20 Annually
Location : Springfield, MO
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 030424
Department:City Clerk
Opening Date: 03/04/2024
Closing Date: 3/22/2024 11:59 PM Central
Description
Join the City Clerk's Office as a City Clerk Administrative Specialist!
The City Clerk's Office is often the first point of contact with citizens. Staff members in the office maintain official records and documents for the City, maintain schedules and provide clerical support for the Mayor, City Council, and task forces, post notice of public meetings guided by Missouri law, prepare agendas and minutes for City Council meetings and various boards and commissions, prepare official proclamations issued by the Mayor, provide information on City Council actions to citizens, notify the Public Involvement Committee, Mayor and City Manager of board and commission vacancies, and prepare ballots and legal notices for city elections and referendums.
As a City Clerk Administrative Specialist, you will prepare agendas, produce meeting summaries, and perform responsible minute taking. You will prepare, process, and maintain various records, reports, files, and databases which are moderately complex in nature and will perform clerical office duties such as preparing and maintaining correspondence, forms, reports, records, and other materials.
The ideal candidate will have strong grammar skills, be a self-starter, work autonomously, and be adaptable to unplanned changes, as well as possess strong attention to detail and excellent customer service skills.
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Qualifications and Requirements
Experience, Education, and Training:

• Requires at least two years of experience in general office work;

OR

• Two years of related college or vocational education from an accredited college/university.

PREFERRED

• Experience with an emphasis on contact with the public.

Candidates must successfully complete a clerical test demonstrating effective and proper use of the English language, which may include proficiency in typing, proofreading, spelling, punctuation, and sentence clarity.
Licensing/Certification:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and, in some cases, provide own vehicle for on-the-job transportation purposes.

Functions
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Other Requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet
Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.
All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.
Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for qualifications beyond the minimums outlined. Education and experience shall be evaluated with regard to recency and quality, as well as quantity.
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The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of 'see resume' will not be accepted.

• I understand.

02
The salary range for the City Clerk Administrative Specialist is $17.69 - $22.64/ hourly. Is this acceptable?

• Yes
• No

03
What best describes your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 30 college credit hours
• Associate's Degree or 60 college credit hours
• 90 college credit hours
• Bachelor's Degree or higher

04
Please state the name of your college / university and your specific area of study.
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How many years of general office work experience do you possess?

• I do not have any related experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 or more years

06
Please describe your experience in performing clerical office duties.
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Do you have work experience with high public contact?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have working experience in taking minutes for meetings?

• Yes
• No

09
Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

10
Please describe any and all licenses or certifications you possess as related to this job.
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Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?

• Yes
• No

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If yes, please state the full name of the City employee who referred you to this position.
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