Salary: See Position DescriptionLocation : Tucson, AZJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 202400096Department: Public WorksOpening Date: 09/26/2024Closing Date: 10/14/2024 11:59 PM ArizonaTown of Marana Marana is one of the fastest-growing communities in Southern Arizona, located approximately 20 minutes northwest of downtown Tucson and 75 minutes southeast of Phoenix. The Town makes its decisions based on a Strategic Plan that has five focus areas: Cherished Heritage, Vibrant Community, Thriving Commerce, Healthy Lifestyles, and Proactive Public Services. Marana's standards are high. We are an organization of excellence and have developed four Cultural Value Statements that provide the guidelines for how we work together. Our Cultural Values are: Dedicated Service, Respect, Teamwork and Engaged Innovation. Position Description The Town of Marana is seeking an Administrative Assistant to work in the Public Works Department. This is a full-time position and an exciting opportunity for someone interested in working in a fast-paced environment where no day is the same. The Town offers a competitive benefits package: Alternative work schedules may be available.Expected Hiring Range: $16.70/hr - $20.46/hrSalary Range: $16.70/hr - $24.22/hr
- placement within the salary range is dependent on direct experience, internal equity and/or budget
Examples of Duties This position requires excellent communication and customer service skills along with the ability to interact professionally with the public:
- Performs general clerical duties; sorts and distributes correspondence, answers phones, and takes messages
- Inputs timesheet data; establishes purchase orders and facilitates purchases
- Maintains electronic and hard copy filing systems
- Coordinates the Adopt-a-Road Program
- Responds to street maintenance citizens' requests or complaints; routes citizens' request or complaints to the appropriate division and follows up on progress
- Provides organizational support by managing the calendar: maintaining files; keeping office areas organized
- Maintains office equipment and office supplies
- Creates and manages data using Microsoft Excel
- Manages travel and training for the Street Maintenance Division
Participates on several committees as department liaison or representative Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalency, plus six months of training/education past the high school equivalent.
- At least one-year performing clerical duties within an office environment.
- Ability to pass both the Town of Marana background check
An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills & abilities to successfully perform essential functions may be considered. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficient using Microsoft Office Excel
RECRUITMENT PROCESSIf you meet the minimum requirements, submit a completed Town of Marana application which can be supplemented with a resume and cover letter byend of day 10/14/2024. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates are responsible for verifying receipt of materials. Applications must be submitted by applying online at All status updates will be sent via email through the applicant tracking system.TOWN OF MARANA CONTACT INFORMATION 11555 West Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653 ph (520) ###-#### / fx (520) ###-#### QUESTIONSHuman Resources Staff ContactCorinda Gamboa /520.###.####/For technical issues with the NEOGOV site, please contact Customer Support at 1-855-###-####.The Town of Marana is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation at any stage of the application/exam process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources Department prior to any deadlines related to this recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you would like this publication in an alternative format.The Town of Marana offers a variety of benefits to meet your needs. Visit our benefits site for more information: 01 Please select the highest level of education that you have completed.
- I have a high school diploma or general education equivalency
- I have an associate's degree
- I have a bachelor's degree
- I have a master's degree
- None of the above options apply to me
02 Please select the item below that more closely describes your experience in performing clerical duties within an office environment.
- I have less than 1 year of direct experience
- I have more than 1 year, but less than 3 years of direct experience
- I have more than 3 years but less than 5 years of direct experience
- I have more than 5 years of direct experience
- I have no direct experience
03 Microsoft Excel- Based on the proficiency definitions below, please select the answer that most accurately describes your level of skill. Entry Level- Can create a simple spreadsheet and enter data. Use basic functions such as sum, addition, and subtraction. Proficient- Can create a spreadsheet using shortcuts with more efficiency than entry level. Advanced- Can create complex spreadsheets using advanced operations such as forecasting, linking multiple spreadsheets, logic statements and macros.
- I have no experience
- I have entry-level experience
- I am proficient
- I am an advanced user
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