The City of Freeport, IL is looking for a full-time Executive Assistant. Reporting directly to the City Manager, this position provides high level administrative support to both the City Manager and the Mayor.

This position is responsible greeting visitors and taking phone calls in a positive, helpful, and professional manner. In addition, prepares professional composition of correspondence and other miscellaneous documents, schedules meetings, coordinates events, and handles travel and lodging arrangements. This position also coordinates the annual liability insurance renewal and processes and manages claims. Prepares and maintains legal records and files. Prepares and processes liens and release of liens. Acts as the Building Coordinator, scheduling and monitoring routine maintenance and overseeing the cleaning service.

The qualified candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED and two years of administrative support experience, as well as proficiency in MS Office Suite - Outlook, Word, and Excel. Must be a team player with excellent customer service skills, ability to multitask, show initiative, be able to anticipate the needs of both the City Manager and Mayor, possess excellent organizational skills and be detail oriented. Excellent computer skills are required with proficiency in MS Office, Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. A high level of commitment, professionalism and the ability to handle confidential matters will be required and expected at all times. Must be a quick learner and self-motivated.

The starting salary range for this hourly, non-exempt position is $20 to $24 per hour, DOQ, with an excellent benefit package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, plus an IMRF pension. Please upload a cover letter and resume to be considered.

The City of Freeport is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon any status protected under local, state or federal law. We welcome a diverse workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Freeport, IL 61032 (Required)

Work Location: In person