Administrative Assistant III

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government!

ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY. THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION ONLY. APPLICATIONS THAT ARE INCOMPLETE OR INDICATE 'SEE RESUME' WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Loudoun County is one of the fastest growing counties in the nation, providing fast-paced, challenging, and rewarding workplace opportunities for professional growth. Public Affairs and Communications is seeking an Administrative Assistant to perform a wide range of administrative support to include customer service at the Information Desk in the Government Center, accounting, budget tracking, purchasing, supply ordering, maintenance requests, scheduling, and other operational functions of the department.

This is a front counter position which requires demonstrated skills and knowledge of providing customer service and phone reception to internal and external customers, including executive level staff and elected officials; answering and evaluating incoming calls to determine what services are needed; managing conference room requests; handling incoming and outgoing mail; preparing requests for office supplies, equipment, and services; assisting with other purchasing activities; and processing credit card payments and monthly reporting requirements. Specialized administrative support in the areas of budget or other departmental areas may be required.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and exhibit a willingness to work in a team environment along with demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

The position will also serve on a rotating basis as support to the Deputy Clerk at Board of Supervisors Meetings and Public Hearings. This position is in-person, with no hybrid or telework options available. Work schedule is Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring salary is commensurate with experience.

High School diploma or equivalent; three (3) years of related clerical/administrative work experience with computer automated systems and office applications experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks as required.

Attendance at night meetings is required on a rotating basis to support the Board of Supervisors meetings. May also be required to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends on an as needed basis.