We are seeking a Detail-Oriented Administrative Assistant for a contract position located Oakland, California.
The role involves providing professional administrative support to a public agency and interacting with governing bodies, boards, and committees, as well as performing a variety of research, administrative, operational, and analytical duties.
This position is hybrid (onsite in downtown Oakland 4 days per week, BART accessible), full time, Monday to Friday. The anticipated duration of this position is 3-5 months.
Some of main duties for this position include front desk/receptionist duties as well as administrative support for multiple public meetings per month.
Responsibilities:
• Provide general administrative support to the governing bodies, boards, and committees.
• Administer the public hearing process for board and committee meetings, ensuring compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements.
• Record all official proceedings, prepare minutes, and ensure the maintenance of all proceedings of the board and committees.
• Conduct studies, research projects, and analyses by selecting, adapting, and applying appropriate analytical, research, and statistical techniques.
• Assist in resolving operational and administrative problems, identifying problem areas and issues.
• Develop, organize, and direct the maintenance of assigned records maintenance systems and databases, ensuring data integrity.
• Handle incoming telephone calls, take and deliver accurate messages, and respond to requests by gathering and providing information.
• Manage a daily calendar of meetings and events, resolving any scheduling issues.
• Prepare presentations, agendas, reports, special projects and other documents in support of objectives for the organization using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as an Administrative Assistant or in a similar role, ideally with a public or government agency
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with answering inbound and outbound calls in a detail oriented manner
• Excellent customer service skills, with a demonstrated ability to interact effectively with clients and colleagues
• Proven ability to manage data entry tasks accurately and efficiently
• Strong written communication skills, particularly in email correspondence
• Experience scheduling appointments and managing calendars
• Familiarity with government agencies and programs
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.