Salary : $36,795.20 - $48,276.80 AnnuallyLocation : Springfield, MOJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 121824Department: City ClerkOpening Date: 12/18/2024Closing Date: ContinuousDescriptionDue to a promotion, the City Clerk's Office is searching for the missing piece of their puzzle-could it be you? We're hiring a City Clerk Administrative Specialist!You might be wondering, What does the City Clerk's Office do? Well, we wear many hats! Here's a glimpse of what we're all about:
- Serving as the first point of contact for a variety of citizens.
- Maintaining the City's official records.
- Providing crucial support for the Mayor, City Council, City Boards, Commissions, and Task Forces.
- Preparing official proclamations and documents.
- Ensuring compliance with State Law, City Code, and City Charter.
Who we're looking for:
- A writer!
- This position involves attending meetings and creating detailed minutes and summaries, so strong communication skills and excellent grammar are essential.
- A doer with a passion for customer service.
- You'll interact with a wide variety of people, each with unique needs-this role is perfect for someone who thrives on helping others.
- A lifelong learner.
- Working for the City means diving into a variety of interesting topics. You'll never stop learning in this dynamic environment!
What you'll do:As a City Clerk Administrative Specialist, you'll:
- Prepare agendas and produce meeting summaries.
- Take detailed and accurate meeting minutes.
- Maintain and organize official records, reports, and databases.
- Handle clerical duties, including preparing correspondence, forms, and other materials.
Why join us?This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to grow and make a difference in your community. Plus, we offer excellent benefits to support you and those you care about both personally and professionally. to learn more!Ready to be part of something meaningful? Apply today and help us keep the City running smoothly!*This position will be open until filled, with a guaranteed consideration date of January 4th, 2025 for all applications received by then* Qualifications and Requirements Experience, Education, and Training:
- Requires at least two years of experience in general office work;
OR
- Two years of related college or vocational education from an accredited college/university.
PREFERRED
- Experience with an emphasis on contact with the public;
- Strong writing skills.
Candidates must successfully complete a clerical test demonstrating effective and proper use of the English language, which may include proficiency in typing, proofreading, spelling, punctuation, and sentence clarity.Licensing/Certification:
- Must possess a valid driver's license and, in some cases, provide own vehicle for on-the-job transportation purposes.
Functions For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the Other RequirementsEqual Opportunity Employer/Disability and VetIndividuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to testing or appointment. Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in The United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. Pre-employment drug testing is required.All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for qualifications beyond the minimums outlined. Education and experience shall be evaluated with regard to recency and quality, as well as quantity.Find out more about City of Springfield employee benefits through the following link: 01 The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of 'see resume' will not be accepted.
02 The salary range for the City Clerk Administrative Specialist is $17.69 - $23.21/ hourly, depending on experience. Is this acceptable?
03 What best describes your level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- 30 college credit hours
- Associate's Degree or 60 college credit hours
- 90 college credit hours
- Bachelor's Degree or higher
04 Please state the name of your college / university and your specific area of study. 05 How many years of general office work experience do you possess?
- I do not have any related experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 or more years
06 Please describe your experience in performing clerical office duties. 07 Do you have work experience with high public contact?
08 Do you have working experience in taking minutes for meetings?
09 Do you possess a valid driver's license?
10 Please describe any and all licenses or certifications you possess as related to this job. 11 Were you referred by a current City employee to apply for this position?
12 If yes, please state the full name of the City employee who referred you to this position. Required Question
