Administrative Assistant

DATE: July 31, 2024 CLOSING DATE: UNTIL FILLED

POSITION: Administrative Assistant

DEPARTMENT: CORONER

THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION UNDER A GRANT, THAT REQUIRES THE EMPLOYEE TO WORK A MINIMUM OF 24 HRS A WEEK (MONDAY-WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY).

Responsibilities:

The Administrative Assistant performs a full range of secretarial, advanced clerical work methods and administrative duties. The Administrative Assistant is ultimately responsible for the efficient operations of the Office environment.

He/she handles project-oriented duties and may be held accountable for the timely completion of these tasks. Emphasis is placed upon relieving the Coroner and/or Chief Deputy Coroner of routine operational and administrative detail.

In-depth knowledge of and the ability to interpret Anderson County Office of the Coroner Standard Operating Procedures, County rules, regulations and ordinances are required. Work is performed with considerable independence.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Considerable knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar and math.

Considerable knowledge of office practices and procedures, equipment and standard clerical techniques.

Thorough knowledge of the principles of office management.

Knowledge of word processing software.

Skill in the operation of a personal computer, calculator, typewriter and photocopier.

Ability to understand oral and written instructions.

Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with laws and regulations, and to apply these to work problems.

Ability to meet and deal with the public in a courteous manner.

Ability to work independently on complex and confidential secretarial tasks.

Ability to perform data entry.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, County officials and the general public.

Ability to make decisions in accordance with laws, regulations or policies and apply these to work problems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Two (2) year of administrative or secretarial experience; or
Any equivalent combination of related training and experience.