administrative specialist ii

Administrative Specialist II

Performs a variety of highly responsible and complex administrative, secretarial, accounting and clerical work to maintain efficient and effective office operations. May supervise and review the work of subordinate clerical personnel as assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Answers the telephone; provides information as requested and/or forwards calls to appropriate staff person; takes messages as needed.
• Greets and assists office visitors.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and/or complaints from County employees, outside agencies and the public.
• Manages department personnel functions, including but not limited to processing payroll, tracking time worked/leave taken, preparing job position requests and employee status transmittals, maintains employee records, etc.
• Composes, types, prepares, processes, files, copies and/or transmits a variety of documents, which may include correspondence, notices, reports, daily reports, technical reports, personnel forms, agendas, meeting minutes, contracts, budget documents, vouchers, work orders, maintenance requests, certificates, permit applications, license applications, charts, spreadsheets, various forms, memos, reports required by regulatory agencies and the County, manuals, logs, lists, etc.
• Performs a variety of routine to complex administrative duties in support of Department activities, which may include but are not limited to taking and transcribing dictation, taking and transcribing meeting minutes, scheduling appointments, maintaining calendars, composing/preparing correspondence for supervisor's signature, compiling and researching information and data for reports, making travel arrangements, establishing and maintaining filing systems, maintaining Department computer operations, scheduling use of facilities, maintaining confidential employee records, overseeing Department procurement activities, maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies, maintaining insurance on vehicles/equipment, etc.
• Performs a variety of routine clerical duties as required, which may include but are not limited to copying and filing documents, retrieving archived documents, sending and receiving faxes, entering computer data, processing daily mail, maintaining employee/volunteer time records, processing payroll, ordering office supplies, preparing labels, etc.
• May perform routine bookkeeping/accounting work as required, including assisting with budget preparation, processing and/or preparing invoices, processing requests for payment, preparing cost estimates, balancing statements, maintaining various accounts, maintaining petty cash, preparing requisitions, budget transfers, check requests, travel vouchers, bank deposits, collecting and receipting various payments, etc.
• May supervise and evaluate work of subordinate clerical personnel as assigned.
• Assists in coordinating office activities with those of other County departments, outside agencies and others as required.
• Assists with the planning and coordination of specific Department functions and activities as required.
• Runs errands as needed.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Performs duties of other clerical personnel as required in their absence.
• May notarize documents as needed.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, co-workers, County personnel, Board/committee members, various outside agencies and professionals, vendors, and the general public.
• Operates a variety of equipment, which may include a vehicle, computer, typewriter, fax machine, copier, recording equipment, telephone, two-way radio, calculator, postage meter, audio-visual equipment, printer, scanner, etc.
• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave request.
• Performs related duties as required.

Department Specific Duties:

• Processes incoming/outgoing mail.
• Coordinates meetings and travel arrangements for attorneys and staff.
• Assists in the maintenance of litigation files.
• Researches and compiles information and data for reports; memos; logs; financial reports; technical reports; spreadsheets; matrices; personnel forms; maintenance/facilities requests; and reports required by regulatory agencies and the County.
• Assists with attorneys and office staff as required or as assigned.

Typical Qualifications:
Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by six (6) or more years of responsible secretarial or administrative work experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. May require a valid State Driver's License.
Supplemental Information:

• Knowledge of the methods, policies and procedures of the Department and County as they pertain to the performance duties of the Administrative Specialist II.
• Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Knowledge of the organization of the County and of related departments and agencies.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information.
• Skilled in secretarial, bookkeeping, administrative and clerical skills.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and technology.
• Knowledge of proper English usage, punctuation and spelling and grammar.
• Ability to perform required mathematical calculations. Ability to type accurately at a rate sufficient for the successful performance of assigned duties.
• Ability to operate and maintain a variety of office equipment as necessary in the performance of daily activities.
• Skilled in applying a responsible attention to detail as necessary in preparing reports and correspondence.
• Ability to assemble and analyze information and prepare reports and records in a concise, clear and effective manner.
• Ability to use a computer for word and data processing.
• Ability to read and interpret complex materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality as required.
• Ability to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision.
• Ability to compile, organize and utilize various financial information necessary in the preparation of the departmental budget and knowledge of how to prepare and monitor the budget.
• Ability to use independent judgment in performing routine and non-routine tasks.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities.
• Ability to offer training and assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required.
• Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency.
• Ability to effectively supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate clerical personnel as assigned.
• Ability to perform duties in a courteous manner and with the utmost integrity in the best interest of the public.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions as required.
• Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations.

Essential Physical Skills:

• Tasks require extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.
• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Bending
• Working with hands and fingers
• Crouching
• Reaching
• Standing
• Walking
• Lifting and carrying up to 10 lbs.
• Pushing and pulling
(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability)
Work Environment:
• Works inside in an office environment.
Additional Information: Nassau County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans' Preference in accordance with applicable laws.