Administrative Assistant/Meeting and Event Coordinator

Summary The Administrative Assistant/Meeting and Event Coordinator assists in the planning, organizing, and implementation of Eleventh Circuit meetings, conferences, and events. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment Applicants must be United States citizens or eligible to work for the federal government. All applicant information is subject to verification. All offers of employment are provisional pending successful completion of a background check or investigation and a favorable employment suitability determination. Selectees to high-sensitive positions such as this must successfully complete a ten-year background investigation, and subsequent favorable suitability determination, and every five years thereafter will be subject to a re-investigation. It is the policy of this court that all new personnel are hired for a twelve-month initial probationary period, at the end of which time their work and progress will be evaluated. All court employees are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct for Judicial Employees. Employees of the United States Circuit Court are considered "At-Will" employees, and, as such, may be terminated with or without cause. The Office of Personnel Management civil service position classification standards and appeal procedures do not apply to federal court employees. This position is subject to Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) for payroll deposit. Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: One year of specialized experience. Specialized experience includes progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following: An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. More than two years of specialized experience including progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience which demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Government administrative experience. Experience working in a federal court or in a legal environment. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information REQUIREMENTS: Incumbent must present a professional demeanor and possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills. The substantial amount of interpersonal communication required in the fulfillment of the duties and responsibilities of the position makes it necessary that the candidate manifest the highest degree of professionalism, poise, courtesy, and tact at all times. Must possess the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all court matters and demonstrate sound ethics and good judgment. Incumbent must have the ability to interpret and adhere to the court's policies, procedures, practices, and guidelines related to office administration. Ability to understand and use legal terminology. Ability to work independently, prioritize, multitask, and possess excellent attention to detail. Skill in spelling, grammar, proofreading, and attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) to individuals and groups to provide information. Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with the public, providing customer service and resolving difficulties while complying with regulations, rules, and procedures. Ability to interact tactfully with a wide variety of people. In addition, must be dependable, a team player, and capable of working effectively in a high volume, fast paced office. Skill and accuracy in data entry and performing numerical calculations. A strong knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 products, including Word, Excel, and Publisher. Skill or ability to develop skill with design software. Skill in using a multi-line telephone efficiently. Ability to lift and move files, materials, and equipment (approximately up to 50 pounds). Occasional travel may be required. Read more Benefits Review our benefits