Job Description
Join the City of Dallas team as an Entry-Level Administrative Assistant and launch your public service career. This role offers comprehensive benefits, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute directly to our community's operations. You'll gain valuable experience in municipal government while supporting diverse departments.
Responsibilities
- Manage departmental calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings
- Prepare, edit, and distribute official documents, reports, and correspondence
- Process invoices, purchase orders, and maintain financial records
- Assist with public inquiries via phone, email, and in-person interactions
- Support event coordination and logistics for community outreach programs
- Utilize city software systems for data entry and record management
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree preferred)
- 1+ years of administrative or customer service experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Texas residency required at time of hire
- Basic knowledge of public sector operations preferred