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El Paso County Administrative Specialist - EPR in Colorado Springs, Colorado

Department of Public Health. CLOSING DATE: 7/7/2024 11:59 PM Mountain *Please be advised this position may close on or after 06/21/2024, without advance notice, should we receive asufficient number of qualified applications.

This position performs complex and confidential administrative functions in support of senior leadership; ensures facilitation and coordination of efficient and effective operations. We're seeking a dynamic administrative professional to provide essential support to the EPR team in ourunpredictable and ever-changing world. If you excel at monitoring budgets, tracking expenditures, crafting professionalreports and memos, staying organized, and have a strong attention to detail, we want you on our team!

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: -Performs complex and confidential administrative support to senior leadership. Assesses the urgency and importance of tasks, takes appropriate action, and recommends solutions. Conducts research as needed; identifies and evaluates current needs and assembles materials as needed. -Schedules and organizes complex activities such as events, meetings, travel, and conferences; provides proactive calendar management. Coordinates pre-briefings and provides meeting materials. -Organizes and prioritizes a high volume of information requests and phone calls; responds courteously and in a timely manner; provides information directly or refers the call appropriately. Responds to routine and complex questions and concerns with accurate information. Acts in a diplomatic and courteous manner to de-escalate situations. Provides reception functions with excellent customer service as needed. -Assists leadership in monitoring budget(s) and tracking expenditures. Prepares budget adjustments, minor and major purchase orders, purchase requisitions, payment requests, and other financial documents. Serves as the Procurement Liaison. -Verifies and processes invoices utilizing the assigned P-card. Reconciles financial statements, acquires necessary approvals, and submits documentation to the Finance Services Department. -Collects and conducts research; compiles and analyzes data or statistics for preparation of reports, spreadsheets,charts, and graphs. -Develops and designs general business communication, including letters, memos, charts, tables, graphs, meeting minutes, and business plans. Proofreads copy for spelling, grammar, and layout, making appropriate changes in adherence to branding standards. Responsible for the accuracy and clarity of the final copy. -Prepares spreadsheets, reports, and presentations as requested; performs research and provides information as requested and/or utilizes in preparation of spreadsheets, reports, and presentations. -Provides administrative and liaison support to boards, commissions, advisory boards, etc., as needed. -Coordinates and participates in special events and projects as needed. -Performs other duties as required.

Supervision Exercised: This classification does not have supervisory authority; however, may be required to provide expertise or limited guidance or direction to employees, such as overseeing work quality, training, and guidance. Typically serves as a subject matter expert on the scope of functional area.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision. This classification typically performs job duties by following established standard operating procedures and/or policies. Regular direction, guidance, and coaching from supervisor may be expected. There is a choice of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance reviewed periodically.

Qualifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

-Must possess excellent organizational, planning, and administrative skills. Ability to efficiently plan, schedule, and organize. -Must possess excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. -Must be detail-oriented and a self-starter, ensuring accura y in work. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint as well as data management systems. -Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; ability to use conflict resolution, apply problem-solving skills, and exercise sound judgment. -Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. -Ability to conduct research and present data in a succinct and well-written manner. Ability to prepare clear and concise correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations. -Ability to establish effective working relationships with leadership, officials, County staff, clients, other agencies, and the public. -Ability to manage multiple tasks and reprioritize as work situations change. -Ability to maintain strict confidentiality. -Maintain regular and punctual attendance

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