About this role
TITLE: Administrative Secretary III
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under direction, assists a Department Head or Region Manager in policy formulation, program execution, liaison and/or public relations activities and other executive functions. Performs related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Attends policy meetings.
- Assists in program coordination.
- Exercises control over budget and personnel functions.
- Conducts administrative studies for the improvement of operating efficiency.
- Acts as representative of the executive at meetings and conferences with other officials and organizations.
- Relays information and schedules meetings for the department head in a timely manner.
- Studies program operations and prepare information for consideration and determination of basic policies.
- Interprets decisions to subordinates and sees that they are properly executed.
- Serves in an advisory capacity in the establishment of new administrative policy practices.
- Conducts research and prepares reports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, Public Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, and at least three years of responsible administrative assistant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Good knowledge of the principles and techniques of business management.
- Thorough knowledge of all phases of office management.
- Ability to assist in policy formulation, execution, coordination, liaison and other functions.
- Ability to plan, organize, supervise and inspect the work of subordinate employees.
- Ability to speak and write effectively.
- Ability to deal effectively with other departmental personnel, professional staff and the general public.
BENEFITS: As a full-time Chicago Park District employee in a position covered by the District’s Agreement with SEIU Local 73, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
- 13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days for first year of employment).
- 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
- 4 paid personal days per year.
- 13 paid holidays per year.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility)
- Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
- Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
- Optional pre-tax programs – Transit
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
- Free Admission to most Chicago museums.
Rate of Pay: $70,108.97
Work Location: Warren Park- 6601 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60645
SEIU-Local 73 EEO: Administrative Support FLSA: Non-Exempt