Office Assistant - Temporary

General Information

Work Location: 1501 Dam Rd, Bradenton, Florida 24212

Work Hours: Three days a week (flexible), 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Provides routine clerical and office support for a specific departmental project or other limited-term assignment. Tasks may include receptionist duties, filing, preparing and reviewing documents, processing mail, and data entry.

Working Conditions

Indoor/Office situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Sitting for long periods of time, working on computer. Lifting equipment up to 25 lbs. alone and up to 50 lbs. with assistance.

Job Description

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Greets and directs visitors to office or work area. Answers and directs phone calls.

Prepares correspondence, reports, and other documents as assigned. Reviews documents for accuracy and completeness.

Performs data entry.

Sorts and files correspondence, reports, and other materials according to predetermined classifications and following all records retention requirements.

Receives, sorts, and distributes mail within area of assignment. Prepares materials for distribution.

Receives and disburses supplies.

Runs errands and makes deliveries.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

More

Previous work experience in an office administrative or clerical environment desired.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Able to comprehend and follow oral and written instructions and complete tasks within assigned timeframes. Able to resolve routine situations and problems.

Good keyboarding skills required in order to type documents and perform data entry.

Basic knowledge and understanding of modern office procedures and equipment.

Basic knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance necessary to successfully perform job responsibilities.

Basic knowledge and understanding of computer systems and software applications required to perform job duties, including Microsoft Office.

Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to interact professionally and effectively with co-workers, management, and other stakeholders. Able to communicate routine information.

Work is closely supervised.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO/ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

No Benefits Offered

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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

• I acknowledge the above statement

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If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

• A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense

• The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power

• A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)

• An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability

• The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense

• A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard

• A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)

• Not claiming Veteran's Preference

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Which level of education have you achieved?

• No high school equivalency

• High school graduate/equivalent

• Associates degree

• Bachelors degree

• Masters degree

Required Question

Agency Manatee County Government

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