Administrative Assistant I

@ City of Phoenix

About the Position

The Phoenix Police Department seeks an Administrative Assistant I to perform a variety of administrative duties that support business needs. This role leverages initiative and judgment under the guidance of department or division heads. Duties include supervising clerical or technical personnel, gathering information, performing statistical analyses, and developing improved systems and procedures.

Ideal Candidate

Applicants should be capable of collaborating with others, even without direct authority, and effectively manage administrative tasks.

Salary and Benefits

The hourly pay range is $24.93 to $44.77, with a hiring range up to $38.68 per hour. Salary offers consider skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, and internal equity. Benefits include a traditional pension, 401(a) and 457 plans, several health insurance options with a monthly City contribution, wellness incentives, dental, vision, life insurance, paid disability, transit pass, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, and parental leave.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have one year of paraprofessional experience in governmental research/finance administration or have supported an administrative officer. A bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field is required, although combinations of experience and education may also qualify. A criminal background check is required and positions may demand the use of personal or City vehicles with necessary licenses and safe driving records.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with processing records requests with redaction software, supervising workgroups, providing customer service in various formats, and managing office/reception area operations is preferred.

Recruitment Dates and Application Process

The recruitment closes on October 16, 2025. Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume as one document online. Interviews may be conducted via video or audio conference. Assistance is available for those with accessibility issues.

Key Skills/Competency

• Administrative Support
• Clerical Duties
• Data Analysis
• Systems Improvement
• Supervisory Skills
• Record Management
• Customer Service
• Office Management
• Communication
• Problem Solving