Office Assistant 2 - General Services Department

Office Assistant 2 - General Services Department

Salary

$45,511.00 Annually

Location

Detroit, Michigan, MI

Job Type

Certified-Regular Civil Service

Job Number

2026181013121GSDdb

Department

General Services

Opening Date

09/09/2026

Closing Date

9/18/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

1490-AFSCME NonSupervisory Local 542 Recreation Ge

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Description

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT

OFFICE ASSISTANT II

Under general supervision, performs moderately complex and semi-specialized clerical support duties.

Examples of Duties

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (may perform other duties as assigned):

• Types from rough draft correspondence and reports.
• Composes routine and standardized correspondence.
• Transcribes and records case histories, investigations and departmental communications.
• Proofreads and checks work for accuracy.
• Assembles data and information and enters into defined tabular format.
• Performs routine filing of correspondence, records and reports.
• Assists in maintaining records in databases, spreadsheets and logs.
• Prepares and checks papers and records.
• Analyzes, classifies and files material of a routine nature.
• Screens telephone calls and visitors and assists with general inquiries.
• Operates computers, copying machines and other office equipment.
• Sorts and distributes mail.
• Schedules work for, trains and instructs new clerical employees.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

• High School graduation or GED with courses in typing, keyboarding, word processing, and office management or business related subjects.
• One (1) years of recent office experience performing moderately complex clerical and office work.
• One (1) year of experience in typing and performing general office work.

Qualifications (preferred):

• Completion of courses in typing and word processing preferred.
• Experience in a City department

Equivalency

• Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Supplemental Information

Evaluation Plan

• Computerized Based Test: 35%
• Interview: 35%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

LRD: 12/17/2024 PE

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of office work, terms and equipment.
• Knowledge of standard document formats and English usage in business correspondence.
• Knowledge of standard office database and spreadsheet software.
• Skill in typing with speed and accuracy.
• Skill in filing and file maintenance.
• Skill in recording and transcribing with speed and accuracy.
• Skill in use of personal computers and common office software.
• Skill in performing arithmetic computations with accuracy.
• Ability to draft original non-routine documents.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to preserve confidentiality and discern what is confidential.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

HEALTH

• Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
• Dental
• Vision

INSURANCE

• Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.

PAID TIME OFF

• Sick Leave
• Vacation
• Holidays

OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS

The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

City Employees Retirement System

As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:

• Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
• At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
• At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
• In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
• An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
• Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.

Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.

01

Are you a current ACTIVE City of Detroit employee? (Select your status)

• ARPA Funded (Civil Service, Administrative Special Services Staff (TASS), Appointed)
• Civil Service
• Administrative Special Service Staff (TASS)
• Appointed
• No, I am not a current active employee

02

Please indicate your highest level of education completed

• High School Diploma/GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• PhD/J.D.
• No Education experience

03

How many years of recent office experience performing moderately complex clerical and office work.

• Less than 2 years of experience
• 2 to 5 years of experience
• 5 to 10 years of experience
• 10 or more years of experience
• No Experience

04

Describe your office experience in performing moderately complex clerical and office work.

05

Did you attach a copy of your cover letter and updated resume to your online application?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Detroit

Address Coleman A. Young Municipal Center

2 Woodward Ave ste 316

Detroit, Michigan, 48226

Website http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job