City of Winston-Salem, NC
Senior Administrative Assistant - Budget
City of Winston-Salem, NC, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104
Salary :
$56,298.00 Annually Location :
Winston-Salem, NC Job Type:
Full-Time / Permanent Job Number:
08252 Department:
Budget & Performance Management Opening Date:
08/19/2025 Closing Date:
9/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Under immediate supervision of Budget and Performance Management Director, performs difficult skilled clerical and secretarial work which involves administrative duties in assisting one or more administrative or professional employees; types a variety of technical reports, correspondence and various documents working from rough drafts and/or using dictation, computer knowledge; does related work as required.
Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of Duties
Using word processing or other standard computer software, coordinates and generates a variety of technical documents, correspondence, and minutes working from notes, rough drafts, or verbal instructions. Researches, compiles, and prepares or assists in the preparation of a variety of reports; processes sensitive or confidential information. Drafts and/or reviews and enters resolutions and other documents for City Council through the agenda system. Assists with upkeep of Boards and Commissions Processes contracting and invoicing documents related to payments to outside agencies Performs a variety of payroll/personnel data entry and review functions. Arranges appointments, meetings, and travel requests. Serves as receptionist; answers calls and receives and distributes mail. Any duties assigned by senior budget department staff in assisting with day-to-day responsibilities of the office. Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate's degree in business or public administration or a related field, supplemented by courses in business and secretarial subjects and four years' experience of increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial work. Type accurately at 60 words per minute.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures and practices; thorough knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software; ability to review the work of others; ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations and procedures; ability to keep financial and statistical records; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public and co-workers. Proficient with Windows 11, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, program designs and development. Proficient with communication skills, both written and spoken.
Physical Requirements This work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten (10) pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions, frequently requires sitting and occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401a Contribution (employee match not required) Bus Pass Program Education Assistance Employee Assistance Program Employee Suggestion Program Family and Medical Leave Flexible Spending Accounts Group Health Insurance Group Dental Insurance Jury Duty Leave Life/Accidental Death Insurance Long-Term Care Insurance Military Leave Paid Holidays Promotion from Within Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC) School Leave Shared Leave Short-Term Disability Insurance Sick Leave Training Vacation Leave Wellness Program The City of Winston-Salem's employment practices are guided by federal, state, and local rules and regulations guaranteeing employment opportunities to all persons without regard to and prohibiting discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, religion, political affiliation or beliefs, national origin or handicap, unless a bonafide occupational qualification exists. 01
Please indicate your level of completed education in business or public administration or a related field:
None High School Diploma or GED Some college Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher
02
Please describe your experience of increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial work:
None 1 - 3 years 4 - 6 years 7 years or more
Required Question
$56,298.00 Annually Location :
Winston-Salem, NC Job Type:
Full-Time / Permanent Job Number:
08252 Department:
Budget & Performance Management Opening Date:
08/19/2025 Closing Date:
9/14/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Under immediate supervision of Budget and Performance Management Director, performs difficult skilled clerical and secretarial work which involves administrative duties in assisting one or more administrative or professional employees; types a variety of technical reports, correspondence and various documents working from rough drafts and/or using dictation, computer knowledge; does related work as required.
Qualification Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of Duties
Using word processing or other standard computer software, coordinates and generates a variety of technical documents, correspondence, and minutes working from notes, rough drafts, or verbal instructions. Researches, compiles, and prepares or assists in the preparation of a variety of reports; processes sensitive or confidential information. Drafts and/or reviews and enters resolutions and other documents for City Council through the agenda system. Assists with upkeep of Boards and Commissions Processes contracting and invoicing documents related to payments to outside agencies Performs a variety of payroll/personnel data entry and review functions. Arranges appointments, meetings, and travel requests. Serves as receptionist; answers calls and receives and distributes mail. Any duties assigned by senior budget department staff in assisting with day-to-day responsibilities of the office. Typical Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate's degree in business or public administration or a related field, supplemented by courses in business and secretarial subjects and four years' experience of increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial work. Type accurately at 60 words per minute.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of modern office procedures and practices; thorough knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software; ability to review the work of others; ability to interpret and apply policies, regulations and procedures; ability to keep financial and statistical records; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public and co-workers. Proficient with Windows 11, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office Suite, program designs and development. Proficient with communication skills, both written and spoken.
Physical Requirements This work requires the occasional exertion of up to ten (10) pounds of force; work regularly requires speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions, frequently requires sitting and occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and reaching with hands and arms; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic). EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
401a Contribution (employee match not required) Bus Pass Program Education Assistance Employee Assistance Program Employee Suggestion Program Family and Medical Leave Flexible Spending Accounts Group Health Insurance Group Dental Insurance Jury Duty Leave Life/Accidental Death Insurance Long-Term Care Insurance Military Leave Paid Holidays Promotion from Within Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC) School Leave Shared Leave Short-Term Disability Insurance Sick Leave Training Vacation Leave Wellness Program The City of Winston-Salem's employment practices are guided by federal, state, and local rules and regulations guaranteeing employment opportunities to all persons without regard to and prohibiting discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, religion, political affiliation or beliefs, national origin or handicap, unless a bonafide occupational qualification exists. 01
Please indicate your level of completed education in business or public administration or a related field:
None High School Diploma or GED Some college Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher
02
Please describe your experience of increasingly responsible clerical and secretarial work:
None 1 - 3 years 4 - 6 years 7 years or more
Required Question