Administrative Assistant I/II – Environmental Health

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT I
DEFINITION
Under direction, to serve as administrative assistant for an assigned County Department Head, large work unit administrator, or County board or commission; to perform a variety of administrative, staff, and office management duties for an assigned Department, work unit, board, or commission; to perform difficult, complex, and specialized office support, information gathering, information preparation, and public relations assignments; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This class may be used as an entry level for individuals with secretarial experience but no detailed program or policy knowledge of the program or service area of assignment. As requisite knowledge is gained and work skills are demonstrated, an incumbent can reasonably expect promotion to the next higher class of Administrative Assistant II. Where the position is flexibly staffed.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II
DEFINITION
Under direction, to serve as primary administrative assistant for an assigned County Department Head, large work unit administrator, or County board or commission; to perform a variety of administrative, staff, and office management duties for an assigned Department, work unit, board, or commission; to perform difficult, complex, and specialized office support, information gathering, information preparation, and public relations assignments; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the advanced specialized working level in the Administrative Assistant class series. Positions provide a variety of administrative, staff, and office management support for an assigned County Department, large work unit, or County Board or Commission. Incumbents report directly to the Department Head or major unit administrator with broad program responsibilities. Successful performance of responsibilities requires detailed and specialized knowledge and understanding of the operations and policies of the Department or unit of assignment.

Qualifications

Administrative Assistant I: At least two (2) years of responsible experience performing a variety of administrative and office support work at a level equivalent to Secretary with Plumas County, including substantial experience in a public contact position.

Administrative Assistant II: At least (1) year of responsible experience performing a variety of administrative and office support work at a level equivalent to Administrative Assistant I with Plumas County.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of application and a valid California Drivers License by the time of appointment. The valid California License must be maintained throughout employment.

EOE