What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secretary II position at City of Bethlehem?
Secretary II
Department: Community & Economic Development/Administration
Type of Position: Full-Time, Union
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s degree preferred; proven work experience as a Secretary or Administrative Assistant, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
REQUIREMENTS: Must pass a criminal background investigation, pre-employment physical, and drug test.
NATURE OF WORK PERFORMED: This position provides clerical and administrative support for the Community and Economic Development Department, including the Bureau of Planning & Zoning.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: Answers phone calls and redirects callers when necessary; prepares and disseminates correspondence, memos and forms; types and distributes agenda for boards and commissions to the members, media, and general public; informs property owners of zoning appeals; mails notifications of board actions; maintains files; compiles data for preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual activity reports; schedules appointments; and takes minutes of meetings; performs data entry.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: High degree of multi-tasking and time management capability; excellent written and verbal communication skills; integrity and professionalism; proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); data entry skills with high degree of accuracy; good customer skills and ability to work well with others; proven ability to work with minimum supervision and respect for confidentiality; may be required to attend evening Planning Committee meetings held monthly.
HOW TO APPLY: Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter outlining how they meet the specific requirements of the position. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $37,650.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Preferred)
- Customer Service: 1 year (Preferred)
- secretarial: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $37,650 - $0