Job Description
Are you seeking a stable career with a direct impact on your community? The City of Omaha is actively hiring a dedicated Government Administrative Assistant to join our essential services team. We pride ourselves on transparency and reliability, offering a competitive weekly pay structure that ensures you get paid on time, every week.
In this pivotal role, you will serve as the face of the department, managing high volumes of public inquiries and ensuring the efficient processing of sensitive documentation. We are looking for a self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced government environment and values accuracy and public service.
Why Join Us?
- Weekly Pay Cycle
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Retirement Savings Plan (Pension)
Responsibilities
- Manage incoming correspondence, emails, and phone inquiries with a high degree of professionalism and accuracy.
- Process and maintain accurate records of permits, applications, and government documents.
- Assist in the preparation of weekly reports and data entry for departmental databases.
- Coordinate schedules for department staff and manage meeting room bookings.
- Verify and distribute official correspondence to internal stakeholders and the public.
- Maintain a secure, organized, and up-to-date filing system in strict compliance with city regulations.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of administrative or clerical experience, preferably in a government or public sector setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard government filing software.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to detect and correct errors efficiently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with diverse members of the public.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive citizen information.