What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant - Facility Maintenance position at City of Savannah, GA?
Salary: $41,781.00 Annually
Location : Savannah, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2603154
Department: Real Estate Services Department
Division: Facility Maintenance & Operations Division
Opening Date: 03/24/2026
Closing Date: 3/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose
The Real Estate Services Department has the perfect opportunity just for you! Come and join our team today as the next Administrative Assistant.. This position performs a variety of intermediate to complex administrative and clerical functions in support of the department. Some duties and projects may be of a highly confidential or sensitive nature and is based upon the department assigned.
We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation leave, sick leave, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more!
Apply Today!!!
Essential Job Functions
Minimum Qualifications
Requires Associate Degree in Business or Public Administration or related field supplemented by two (2) years of administrative, clerical, or customer service experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Work Location: 5 Interchange Ct., Savannah, GA 31415
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 7 AM - 3:30 PM
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Additional Information
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Audit Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include procedures for bank reconciliations, audit procedures, retention schedules, and city purchasing policies. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related administrative duties. Strict regulations and deadlines contribute to the complexity of the work.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support for department operations. Success in this position results in the efficiency of department activities.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with other city employees, bankers, accountants, auditors, and the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, and resolve problems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None.
CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
01
Please indicate your highest level of education completed.
02
Do you have 2 or more years of administrative support experience?
03
Do you have six months or more of experience in word processing, data entry and customer service within an office setting?
04
Describe how your work experience has prepared you for the role of Administrative Assistant working within the Facilities Maintenance Department.
05
This position involves considerable hands-on, repetitive, and clerical tasks. How would you stay motivated? How would you stay on task?
06
Describe your experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Rate your efficiency on a score of 1-10 (10 being the best.)
07
What computer software programs are you familiar with?
08
Have you ever used a tracking system or platform to track and login work orders? If so, briefly describe the type of systems or platforms you have used.
09
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
Required Question
Location : Savannah, GA
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 2603154
Department: Real Estate Services Department
Division: Facility Maintenance & Operations Division
Opening Date: 03/24/2026
Closing Date: 3/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Purpose
The Real Estate Services Department has the perfect opportunity just for you! Come and join our team today as the next Administrative Assistant.. This position performs a variety of intermediate to complex administrative and clerical functions in support of the department. Some duties and projects may be of a highly confidential or sensitive nature and is based upon the department assigned.
We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation leave, sick leave, 12 paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more!
Apply Today!!!
Essential Job Functions
- Performs word processing duties for preparation of memoranda, letters, departmental procedures, agendas, resolutions, ordinances, and other documents.
- Processes invoices for payment and is responsible for departmental purchasing records and related documents.
- Prepares and gathers budget information for data entry and reports.
- Maintains records of expenditures and reconciles accounts.
- Performs research on policy, rules and regulations, and historical data.
- Maintains the departmental calendars.
- Enters departmental payroll and prepares personnel forms for worker's compensation, accident reports, insurance, risk management, and any other necessary related forms or payroll functions.
- Maintains comprehensive confidential, sensitive personnel records; assists in preparing Personnel Action forms for discipline, including demotion, termination of employees working with HR Analyst.
- Prepares and coordinates travel arrangements for conferences and training in accordance with policy and procedures.
- Responds to inquiries from the public in person and by telephone.
- Answers telephones; provides information and assistance, takes messages or forwards to appropriate personnel; greets and assists visitors.
- Responds to service requests.
- Receives, counts, verifies, transports and deposit funds collected, if applicable.
- Inventories and orders supplies as necessary.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires Associate Degree in Business or Public Administration or related field supplemented by two (2) years of administrative, clerical, or customer service experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
Work Location: 5 Interchange Ct., Savannah, GA 31415
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 7 AM - 3:30 PM
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Additional Information
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of governmental accounting.
- Knowledge of municipal auditing principles and practices.
- Knowledge of city budgetary and purchasing policies.
- Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal regulations.
- Knowledge of office equipment.
- Skill in developing short- and long-range plans.
- Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
- Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
- Skill in the use of office equipment and in the training of others in its use.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Audit Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include procedures for bank reconciliations, audit procedures, retention schedules, and city purchasing policies. These guidelines are generally clear and specific, but may require some interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related administrative duties. Strict regulations and deadlines contribute to the complexity of the work.
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to provide administrative support for department operations. Success in this position results in the efficiency of department activities.
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with other city employees, bankers, accountants, auditors, and the general public.
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, provide services, and resolve problems.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: None.
CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Overview of Benefits
Paid Holiday
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan
Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)
Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan
Retirement Seminars
PPO Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Health & Wellness Incentives
Long Term Disability
Excellence and Service Recognition
Employee Development and In-Service Training
Educational Assistance Program
Uniform Allowance (select positions)
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts and Memberships
Employee Relations
Direct Deposit
Credit Union
Pretax Parking Deductions
Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program
Domestic Partnership Benefits
Healthcare
PPO Medical Plus Plan
PPO Medical Basic Plan
Dental Plus Plan
Dental Basic Plan
Vision Service Plan
Life Insurance
Basic Life and ADD
Supplemental Life Employee
Supplemental Life Spouse
Supplemental Life Child
Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.
01
Please indicate your highest level of education completed.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or Higher
- None of the above
02
Do you have 2 or more years of administrative support experience?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have six months or more of experience in word processing, data entry and customer service within an office setting?
- Yes
- No
04
Describe how your work experience has prepared you for the role of Administrative Assistant working within the Facilities Maintenance Department.
05
This position involves considerable hands-on, repetitive, and clerical tasks. How would you stay motivated? How would you stay on task?
06
Describe your experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Rate your efficiency on a score of 1-10 (10 being the best.)
07
What computer software programs are you familiar with?
08
Have you ever used a tracking system or platform to track and login work orders? If so, briefly describe the type of systems or platforms you have used.
09
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
Salary : $41,781