Job Description
Join the City of San Jose's dynamic team as a Part-Time Government Administrative Assistant. This role offers a unique opportunity to serve the community while developing valuable public sector experience. You'll support critical municipal operations in a collaborative environment with competitive benefits and flexible scheduling. Perfect for students, career changers, or professionals seeking part-time government work in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Responsibilities
- Process and maintain official city documents with strict confidentiality protocols
- Provide exceptional citizen support via phone, email, and in-person inquiries
- Coordinate departmental meetings and manage executive calendars
- Assist with grant applications and compliance reporting
- Prepare routine reports and correspondence using Microsoft Office Suite
- Support records management and document retention procedures
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on community outreach initiatives
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; college coursework preferred
- Minimum 1 year administrative or customer service experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to obtain required background clearance
- Strong attention to detail with organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work
- Basic knowledge of public record retention laws