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Title:
Law Office Administrator
FLSA Status: Exempt
BRIEF DESCRIPTION:
The purpose of this position is to
manage administrative operations for the department. This is
accomplished by managing staff, technical systems,
department funds and budgets, and supervising overall
department operations. Other duties include handling
inquiries, complaints and management requests.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Note:
This information is intended to be descriptive of the key
responsibilities of the position. The list of essential
functions below does not identify all duties performed by
any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please
be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical
demands of each essential function.
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(S) |
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(L) |
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(M) |
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(H) |
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(V) |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts
constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
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Code |
Essential Functions |
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1 |
S |
Provides general management of the
department by directing and administering contracts,
conducting and supervising research, analyzing results,
observing and defining trends and legal mandates,
recommending compliance with best practices and industry
standards, evaluating and developing policies and
procedures, representing the department to the public,
other departments and agencies, managing various
projects, and composing various reports and
communications. |
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2 |
S |
Manages financial aspects of the
department by developing and monitoring the budget,
preparing grant proposals, maintaining records, ensuring
resources are available to support department functions,
reviewing and advising on expenditures, and preparing
various reports related to the financial condition of
the department. |
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3 |
S |
Manages staff by planning and
prioritizing tasks, ensuring policy and procedure
compliance, recommending changes and adjustment, and
monitoring staff performance and development. |
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4 |
S |
Coordinates technical management by
establishing and modifying software and strategic plans,
interpreting standards, managing projects, collaborating
on the migration processes, training users, serving as
technical liaison, negotiating service level agreements,
and recommending and authorizing technology purchases. |
JOB
REQUIREMENTS:
-Description of
Minimum Job Requirements-
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Formal Education |
Work requires broad knowledge in a
general professional or technical field. Knowledge is
normally acquired through four years of college
resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. |
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Experience |
Over three years up to and
including five years experience. |
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Supervision |
Work requires supervising and
monitoring performance for a regular group of employees
or division within a department including providing
input on hiring/disciplinary actions and work
objectives/ effectiveness, performance evaluations, and
realigning work as needed. A first line supervisor
typically performs these functions. |
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Human Collaboration Skills |
Decisions regarding implementation
of policies may be made. Contact may involve support of
controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive
issues or important presentations. Contacts may involve
stressful, negative interactions with the public
requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond
to aggressive interpersonal interactions. |
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Freedom to Act |
The employee normally performs the
job by following established standard operating
procedures and/or policies. There is a choice of the
appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties.
Performance reviewed periodically. |
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Technical Skills |
Basic: Work requires the use of
standard technical skills appropriate to the work
environment of the organization. |
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Budget Responsibility |
Position has moderate fiscal
responsibility. Makes recommendations toward fiscal
decisions within the department.. May be responsible for
the billing, collection and/or accounting of
funds. May be responsible for the handling and
balancing of cash. |
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Reading |
Advanced - Ability to read
literature, books, reviews, scientific or technical
journals, abstracts, financial reports, and/or legal
documents. Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at
the college level or above. However, it may be obtained
from experience and self-study. |
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Math |
Advanced - Ability to apply
fundamental concepts of theories, work with advanced
mathematical operations methods, and functions of real
and complex variables. Ordinarily, such education is
obtained in at the college level or above. However, it
may be obtained from experience and self-study. |
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Writing |
Advanced - Ability to write
editorials, journals, speeches, manuals, or critiques.
Ordinarily, such education is obtained in at the college
level or above. However, it may be obtained from
experience and self-study. |
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Certification &
Other Requirements |
Valid driver's license |
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
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-Physical strength for this position is indicated below
with “X”- |
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Sedentary |
X |
Light |
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Medium |
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Heavy |
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Very Heavy |
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Exerting up to 10 lbs.
occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting
most of the time. |
Exerting up to 20 lbs.
occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts
constantly OR requires walking or standing to a
significant degree. |
Exerting 20-50 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting 50-100 lbs.
occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs.
constantly. |
Exerting over 100 lbs.
occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50
lbs. constantly. |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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C
Continuously
2/3 or more of the time. |
F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time. |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time. |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per
week. |
N
Never
Never occurs. |
Note: This is intended as a
description of the way the job is currently performed. It
does not address the potential for accommodation.
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-Physical Demand- |
-Frequency- |
-Brief Description-
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Standing |
O |
Making presentations, observing work site, observing
work duties, communicating with co-workers |
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Sitting |
C |
Desk work, meetings, driving |
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Walking |
O |
To
other departments/offices, around work site |
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Lifting |
R |
Files |
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Carrying |
O |
Files |
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Pushing/Pulling |
O |
Equipment |
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Reaching |
R |
For
supplies, for files |
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Handling |
O |
Paperwork |
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Fine Dexterity |
C |
Computer keyboard, telephone keypad, calculator |
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Kneeling |
N |
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Crouching |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Crawling |
N |
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Bending |
R |
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower
shelves/ground |
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Twisting |
R |
From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicle |
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Climbing |
R |
Stairs, step stools |
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Balancing |
R |
On
step stools |
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Vision |
C |
Reading, computer screen, driving, observing work site |
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Hearing |
F |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Talking |
F |
Communicating via telephone/radio, to co-workers/public |
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Foot Controls |
R |
Driving |
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Other
(specified if applicable) |
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MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, AND HARDWARE:
Computers, printers and related
software
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
C
Continuously |
F
Frequently |
O
Occasionally |
R
Rarely |
N
Never |
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D
Daily |
W
Several Times Per Week |
M
Several Times Per Month |
S
Seasonally |
N
Never |
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-Health and Safety Factors- |
| Mechanical Hazards |
N |
| Chemical Hazards |
N |
| Electrical Hazards |
N |
| Fire Hazards |
N |
| Explosives |
N |
| Communicable Diseases |
N |
| Physical Danger or
Abuse |
N |
| Other (see 1 below) |
N |
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-Environmental Factors- |
| Respiratory Hazards |
N |
| Extreme Temperatures |
N |
| Noise and Vibration |
N |
| Wetness/Humidity |
N |
| Physical Hazards |
N |
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(1) N/A
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
None
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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F
Frequently
From 1/3 to 2/3 of the
time |
O
Occasionally
Up to 1/3 of the time |
R
Rarely
Less than 1 hour per week |
N
Never
Never occurs |
-Description of Non-Physical Demands-
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-Frequency- |
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Time Pressure |
F |
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Emergency Situation |
R |
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Frequent Change of Tasks |
F |
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Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime |
F |
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Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously |
F |
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Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team |
F |
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Tedious or Exacting Work |
F |
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Noisy/Distracting Environment |
O |
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Other (see 2 below) |
N |
(2) N/A
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:
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Office Environment |
X |
Vehicle |
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Warehouse |
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Outdoors |
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Shop |
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Other (see 3 below) |
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Recreation/Neighborhood Center |
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(3)N/A
SIGNATURE
SIGNATURE – REVIEW AND
COMMENTS:
I have reviewed this description and understand the
requirements and responsibilities of the position.
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Signature of Employee
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Job Title of Supervisor |
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Signature of Supervisor
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Date |
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Job Title of Department Head |
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Signature of Department Head
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Comments:
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The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this
position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This description is subject to
modification as the needs and requirements of the position change.
City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer
DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY
APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES
DEPARTMENT.
Employment Hotline (Voice Only):
623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
OPORTUNIDAD DE EMPLEO CON DERECHOS IGUALES
8401 West
Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100
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