This is responsible administrative support work of a difficult nature involving a wide variety of assigned duties, on occasion of a confidential nature, supporting an administrative official and department staff. Work includes attending meetings to take and accurately transcribe dictation of more than average difficulty; researching and compiling records and related data; composing and typing correspondence, memoranda and reports; arranging conferences and meetings; maintaining appointment schedules; screening telephone calls and office visitors; receiving and resolving complaints; conducting public relations activities; and answering routine questions regarding organizational programs, policies, and procedures. Work requires the exercise of considerable independent judgment and discretion.

Salary: $21.42 - $32.59 Hourly

Close Date: 03-23-2023 (11:59 PM)

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must:

• Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.

• Have at least one year of responsible experience in performing secretarial and office support work.

• Be highly proficient in the use of a personal computer and administrative support software such as Microsoft Office Suite.

• Be able to accurately type a minimum of 45 words per minute.

• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

• Have thorough knowledge of business English, grammar, punctuation, spelling, public relations and telephone etiquette.

• Be able to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions.

• Be able to prioritize work, meet time constraints and make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants:

• Have considerable experience typing diversified information rapidly and accurately from live meetings, dictation, audio recordings, stenographic notes, and handwritten copy.

• Have considerable experience reviewing work products for context, accuracy, punctuation, grammar, spacing and general appearance.

• Have considerable knowledge of the operations, policies and procedures of the office of City Clerk.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select Current Vacancies Online. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans’ Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.