Dawson

Dawson is hiring: Administrative Professional in Columbus

Dawson, Columbus, OH, United States

Job Description

Administrative Professional

Division of Surface Water

$23.84 per hour

3-Month Contract with Potential to Extend

Monday-Friday, Flexible 8-Hours Between 7:00a-6:00p

Downtown Columbus, Ohio (onsite)

This position involves providing administrative support through tasks such as document scanning, spreadsheet management, and working with both digital and hard copy files. Strong proficiency in computer applications, particularly Excel, and several years of administrative experience are required.

What you’ll be doing:

Relieve supervisor of routine administrative tasks; provide recommendations related to program activities
Research, analyze, and summarize materials to aid in decision-making
Assist in developing new procedures aligned with existing program policies
Act as a liaison between administrator and staff, transmitting decisions, and directives, and representing the administrator at meetings
Manage the administrator’s office functions, including budget preparation, payroll processing, and purchasing supplies and equipment
Maintain fiscal and personnel records and conduct interviews with prospective employees
Perform public relations duties, including responding to inquiries, resolving complaints, and explaining programs to the public
Work on special projects assigned and prepare reports, publications, memos, and presentations for external distribution

Who we’re looking for:

Strong understanding of English grammar and composition, arithmetic, records management, business communication, and administrative procedures
Proficient in office practices, budgeting, and government structure.
Skilled in keyboarding and using business office software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Ability to operate office machines, including transcribing equipment and calculators
Excellent problem-solving abilities, ability to interpret written and oral instructions, and write routine business correspondence.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, organize information, and provide appropriate responses to inquiries
Associate degree or equivalent experience required
Please note: parking is not provided

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