Administrative Assistant II

The Administrative Assistant II completes highly specialized and complex office work through a wide range of administrative duties in support of Citrus County Tourism and Discover Crystal River. This position plays a key role in supporting destination marketing, tourism development initiatives, and Tourist Development Council (TDC) operations by providing high-level administrative, fiscal, and coordination assistance. Makes decisions and acts independently in accordance with departmental policies and procedures while supporting tourism-related programs, partner communications, and stakeholder engagement efforts that advance Citrus County as a premier leisure and nature-based destination.

The schedule for this full-time position includes working Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and one Saturday, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM, every 6 weeks with the following Friday off.

Detailed information regarding the County's benefits package and retirement offerings may be found here:
Citrus EBH Booklet
and

To learn more about Citrus County:
Citrus County Government
and
Official Guide to Crystal River and Citrus County, Florida

• Exudes a positive customer service focus.
• Assists Department Head in reviewing documents from the public or other departments.
• Serves as Tourist Development Council liaison.
• Processes information through legal request system.
• Manages contractual obligations of department.
• Assists in preparation of payroll, processes invoices, purchase orders and other fiscal data.
• Prepares department paperwork such as correspondence, reports, forms, agendas, or related material.
• Assists in the preparation of departmental budget.
• Maintains and organizes office filing systems.
• Oversees petty cash.
• Oversees travel functions and purchasing cards.
• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Training, and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent GED.
• Two (2) years of experience performing clerical duties.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to plan, coordinate, and manage multiple priorities with a high level of efficiency.
• Maintains a high standard of accuracy when processing information and documentation.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

Certificates, Licenses, and Registration

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.).

• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:

• IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS); and

• IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires sitting most of the day.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent balancing, and occasional bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching above shoulders.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve typing, simple grasping, fine manual manipulation, pushing, pulling, operating foot controls/levers, and driving automotive equipment.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

PLEASE REVIEW THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS ON POSTING AND COMMUNICATE HOW YOU MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR APPLICATION/RESUME. MINIMUM REQUIEMENTS MUST BE MET TO BE CONSIDERED.
Applications will be carefully reviewed to assess qualifications. Selected applicants will be interviewed to determine who will be hired for the job. The kind and length of related work experience, training and education
shown on the application/resume
will be an important consideration in the screening process. Relevant experience that is not gained through work experience should be explained in the additional information section of the application.

Must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, and drug scree
n.
Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section , F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the "Public Records Law," applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the "Public Records Law"/ "The Sunshine Law" / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.