Office Assistant

Required Qualifications Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires high school diploma or GED / HSE . Experience: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of full-time equivalent experience in administrative support. Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver’s license in compliance with City driving standards . Special Requirement(s): Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in an administrative, clerical, or office support position.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.Experience with data entry, recordkeeping, invoice processing, and maintaining accurate records.Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and meet deadlines.Excellent customer service and communication skills, including experience assisting customers by telephone, email, and in person.Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies, research issues, and make corrections.Experience using computerized financial, fleet management, or work order systems is preferred.Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment, and maintain confidentiality when handling departmental information.Previous experience in a municipal government or fleet maintenance environment is a plus.Notary Public: Current commission as a Virginia Notary Public or willingness and ability to obtain a Virginia Notary Public commission within six (6) months of employment.