Administrative Assistant I

Advanced administrative work assisting Zoning management in a wide variety of staff services and administrative functions for the Division. Responsible for maintaining operational programs in which coordination and administrative support are the most important aspects of the work. Requires a high level of independent decision-making while providing direct assistance to a technical or administrative superior in the overall administration of operations. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative superior and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and results achieved.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires qualified applicants to possess the following:

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent recognized certification; minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible office experience, which includes six (6) months reviewing, overseeing, and leading the work of others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with personnel and file management,
• Experience with budgeting, payroll, and accounting,
• Experience with customer or public service,
• Experience using Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint/ePZB system,
• Experience with planning, directing, or coordinating the work of others, and
• Experience preparing complex written reports.

BENEFITS

Palm Beach County offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and financial security of our employees:

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability Insurance
• Generous leave benefits: Vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays annually
• Florida Retirement System (FRS): Choice of Pension Plan or Investment Plan
• 457(b) deferred compensation program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Eligible public service employment may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Additional benefits and employee perks