Administrative Assistant ll

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF UNALASKA, AK
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION

Open Date: November 12, 2020

Close Date: December 14, 2020

Position: Administrative Assistant II

Salary: [Non-Union Position Min-Mid Range]  $20.69 – $25.86 /hourly

The City of Unalaska is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Assistant II in the Administration Department.  Located in the central Aleutian Islands, Unalaska, Alaska is a multicultural coastal community of approximately 4,500 full-time residents and is home to the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This entry-level position reports to the Assistant City Manager and provides a full range of administrative support for the Department of Administration.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Must be able to perform non-routine and routine office tasks with moderate supervision.  Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately. Knowledge of general record-keeping, filing systems, office practices and procedures.  Must be proficient in the use of office equipment, including but not limited to fax, copier, multi-line phone system, 10-key, and personal computer.  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites and Adobe or other pdf processing apps.  Familiar with HRIS and financial software systems.  Multi task and meet deadlines with frequent interruptions and efficiently respond to a wide variety of requests. Ability to learn rules, policies, procedures, and terminology used in professional public government office environment.  Organizational, attention to detail, interpersonal skills, professional demeanor, and customer service skills a must.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

Minimum four (2) years working in professional administrative support.

Must have prior experience working in a related field with a demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and security.

Public sector work experience preferred.

LICENCES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Must have or ability to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire;

Must be eligible to work in the US; if hired must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9) as required by Federal law.

Successfully pass background test which includes criminal background, professional and reference check. 

Successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

BENEFITS:

$5,000 Relocation Assistance, if applicable.

Travel allowance $2,000 every year on your date of hire after 1st year of employment.

Free Annual Membership of Life Med (employee + dependents)

Free Membership for Parks, Culture and Recreation (employee only)

Medical and Dental premiums 100% employer paid (employee & dependents)

Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours a month.

Eligible for 457 Plans with ICMA- RC or Mutual of America and other Voluntary Benefits.

9 paid Holidays and 3 floating Holidays per year

Eligible for PERS retirement.

Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III)

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or by downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us Return completed forms to City of Unalaska Attn: Administration P.O Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685, email [email protected] or fax 907-581-4469