Administrative Secretary

Full job description {#full-job-description tabindex="-1"} The City of Defiance is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Secretary to assist the Fire Division. This position performs a variety of day-to-day administrative and secretarial duties promoting efficient and organized operation of the office. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, and three years of experience working in an office environment as an administrative assistant. This is a full-time position with a starting hourly rate of $18.87. Full benefits package including health, vision & dental insurance, life insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, and enrollment in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Applicants with Military Service must provide a copy of Form DD-214 at time of application to receive military credit. Applications are available at Defiance City Hall, 631 Perry Street, Defiance, OH or at www.cityofdefiance.com. A completed application must be returned to the above address or submitted online by 4:00 p.m. on December 17, 2024 to be considered. Responsibilities Provide administrative support to the Fire Division, including managing correspondence and maintaining files. Handle customer inquiries with professionalism and courtesy, utilizing strong phone etiquette. Assist in scheduling appointments and managing calendars for team members. Utilize Microsoft Office and Google Suite for data entry, document preparation, and proofreading. Maintain office organization and assist with office management tasks as needed. Support financial operations and manage front desk responsibilities. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $18.87 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Work Location: In person