Under the supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, the Administrative Clerk performs routine clerical and administrative duties to support the department with a high degree of accuracy. The Administrative Clerk regularly interacts with the public and other employees.
Why work for us?
- Friendly coworkers
- Monday through Friday schedule-01:00 pm-05:00 pm
- Make an impact for our residents and visitors within our community
Benefits
- Paid time off: vacation and sick leave plus holiday pay
- Free pool membership and discounts through our Parks and Recreation Department
- Refer to the Benefits tab for more information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in an office setting performing administrative or clerical duties
- Knowledge of general office operations and clerical procedures and practices
- Excellent customer service skills, including responding diplomatically to customer questions and complaints
- Ability to communicate effectively and present ideas and concepts orally and in writing
- Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness when dealing with employees, City officials, professional contacts, community leaders, the media, and the public
- Ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and work effectively under stress, within deadlines and changes in work priorities
- Ability to gather data and prepare accurate and timely records, reports, notices, memos, and letters
- Skill in the use of office equipment and technology and the ability to master new technologies, including specialized department software
The City of East Grand Rapids is an Equal Opportunity Employer
