Council Assistant - 3

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Job Summary

Provides administrative support for a Dallas City council member to ensure daily office operations and council member activities are carried out in an effective manner.

Job Description
 

Overview

The Council Assistant provides administrative support for a Dallas City council member to ensure daily office operations and council member activities are carried out in an effective manner.

Essential Functions

1 Organizes and coordinates City council member activities such as Town Hall meetings, community meetings, travel arrangements, and other related activities to ensure administrative effectiveness of council member.

2 Maintains a calendar of events for the council member by making appointments, scheduling conferences, confirming meetings, and reminding council member of commitments to ensure smooth progression of daily activities.

3 Serves as a mediator or link between City Manager’s Office, council member, and citizens to establish and ensure clear and open lines of communication among the parties.

4 Provides assistance to council member, citizens, and other inquirers; researches data, answers questions and complaints, and makes referrals to the appropriate department to provide them with adequate information regarding City policy and procedures.

5 Oversees, monitors, and supports secretarial staff to ensure duties such as typing, light researching, customer service, filing, etc. are carried out in an efficient and timely manner.

6 Attends meetings and ceremonial functions to make presentations or represent the council member to whom they are assigned.

7 Drafts and composes letters, memos, agendas, and correspondence to provide assistance to council member.

8 Monitors council member expenses and activities and submits reports to the Mayor/Council Office to ensure council member operates within State and City guidelines.

9 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

1 Knowledge of City policies and procedures.

2 Knowledge of City operations and functions in each department.

3 Knowledge of current events that impact the City and councilmember's district.

4 Ability to conduct research and compile reports.

5 Ability to use office machines including personal computer, copier, and fax machine.

6 Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

7 Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships.

Experience

3 years experience in an administrative support role

Licenses and Certifications

None

Education

High School Diploma, GED

Salary Range

 

$24.14 - $28.36

 

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.