City Of Norfolk, VA Norfolk , VA 23510
Posted 3 days ago
Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself. Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.
The City of Norfolk's Department of General Services, Animal Care Center is seeking to hire an organized and customer service oriented Administrative Assistant I. Work involves performing clerical and administrative support duties for the Animal Care Center.
Performs clerical, administrative and financial support duties and provides records support. Supervises personnel and coordinates training for support staff. Assists with information requests. Manages planning and reporting processes. Performs related duties as required.
Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
Provides direct administrative support to the Administrative Assistant II
Acts in a supervisor role for other customer service staff
Answers telephone and email inquiries
Greets visitors
Performs data entry using animal shelter database software
Assists with inventory and ordering of shelter supplies
Assists with processing invoices for payment
Assists with payroll
Assists with processing personnel records including new hires and terminations
Must demonstrate ability to provide excellent customer service in all aspects of the daily operations to customers
Must be able to work with minimal supervision, independently, and function in high-volume, fast-paced work environment
Must possess basic knowledge of animal health, behavior and welfare
Must be comfortable interacting with all species and temperaments of animals
This is an ESSENTIAL position; incumbent will be required to report to work during storms and emergencies.
Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
Required:
The preferred candidate will be:
Able to use Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Able to maintain confidentiality
Highly organized
Customer service oriented
Exemplary at multi-tasking
Self-motivated
Driver's license strongly preferred.
Work Schedule:
Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus.
City Of Norfolk, VA