Administrative Assistant II – Part-Time

New as of 01/01/2026: Your well-being matters from the start — benefited new hires are eligible for up to 40 hours of advanced annual leave and 40 hours of advanced sick leave. Position Description Catawba County Parks is seeking a detail-oriented, organized Administrative Assistant II to provide support in managing the daily operations of the department. This part-time position plays a key role in office operations and administrative support, including managing accounts payable, contracts, budget tracking, and internal documentation. If you have a strong background in office or clerical work and enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply! This position is part-time, working 20 hours per week, and receives benefits (prorated at 50%). Responsibilities Provide administrative support for the Parks Department, including office management and recordkeeping Serve as the main point of contact for the department, answering calls and directing inquiries Manage accounts payable, including purchase orders, procurement card processing, and vendor payments Assist with HR-related tasks such as compiling required forms for hiring personnel, scheduling interviews, and onboarding paperwork Coordinate and maintain contracts with vendors and park patrons Support budget preparation, data entry, tracking, and communication with Finance and Budget staff Maintain organized records for personnel, training, inspections, volunteers, and department policies Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or other related field and 6 months of office management or advanced clerical experience; OR Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or other related field and 2 years of office/clerical experience, including 1 year of office management or advanced clerical experience; OR High school diploma or GED equivalent and 4 years of office/clerical experience, including 1 year of office management or advanced clerical experience Additional Requirements Strong organizational and time management skills High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with staff, vendors, and the public Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel); familiarity with financial or ERP systems (e.g., PeopleSoft) preferred Ability to interpret and follow County purchasing guidelines and administrative policies Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and department needs Customer service mindset, particularly in handling public inquiries and vendor coordination This position is considered light work, lifting to 15 pounds. As of 7/1/ 2025: You will find that Catawba County has one of the best benefits packages around. Our Human Resources staff are dedicated to keeping in touch with trends in benefits on both a local and national level, listening to employees' suggestions regarding benefits, and continually reviewing to ensure our benefits package is of good quality and meets the needs of both our employees and our organization. Available benefits include: Health Care Health: For a small bi-weekly premium, employees may choose between a traditional (co-pay) health plan and a high deductible health plan coupled with a Health Savings Account (HSA). Coverage may also be purchased for spouse, child(ren), or family. Dental Insurance: At no cost to full-time employees, the County covers preventive, routine, and non-routine care. Coverage for the same benefits may also be purchased for spouse, child(ren), and family. In addition, a $2,000 benefit toward orthodontia coverage is provided for children up to age 19. Vision Care: Coverage is available, at group rates, for employee and dependents,with 2 plan options to choose from. Supplemental critical care and accident insurance plans: These optional coverage plans are available at a nominal cost. Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax accounts that can be us…

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