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City of Philadelphia · 10 hours ago

Fire MIS IT Executive Assistant

The City of Philadelphia is a best-in-class city that values inclusion, integrity, and innovation. They are seeking an IT Executive Assistant to provide administrative support, manage office operations, and assist with procurement processes.

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Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to ensure efficient day-to-day office operations
Manage incoming phone calls, greet and assist visitors, and coordinate travel arrangements
Process reimbursements for the IT Director and staff
Assist with calendar management, scheduling, and room reservations
Organize meetings, including scheduling, logistics, and distribution of agendas and meeting notes
Maintain office supply inventory; anticipate needs, place orders, and follow up on delivery and restocking
Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, typing, copying, scanning, binding, and organizing correspondence
Draft and edit documents including articles, form letters, and memoranda from copy or rough drafts
Work independently on complex administrative and clerical assignments
Prioritize and manage a high-volume workload effectively and efficiently
Meet deadlines consistently and handle multiple tasks with accuracy
Proofread documents and correct grammar, spelling, and diction errors
Assist the IT Director or designee in drafting and finalizing internal procedures and policies
Operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, and scanners
Maintain strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio), Adobe Acrobat, and systems used for procurement operations
Perform other related duties as assigned
Fulfill operational objectives by managing administrative projects and ensuring timely completion
Support team efforts by assisting with task coordination and internal communication
Respond to information requests clearly and promptly
Maintain tracking systems for various ongoing tasks and projects
Enter and manage data accurately to support operational reporting
Collaborate with vendors, OIT Procurement, and Fire Fiscal departments to process procurement requests
Review and validate requests for software, hardware, services, maintenance, communications, training, and other IT-related needs submitted via centralized systems
Ensure requests comply with standardized formats and all required documentation is complete and accurate
Communicate with internal and external departments to gather additional information or clarification as needed
Receive and review vendor invoices; verify backup documentation and ensure data accuracy
Enter relevant information into the OIT invoice tracking database
Verify funding by checking against contracts, purchase orders, and other encumbrance documentation
Obtain invoice approvals from internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate with vendors to collect required procurement and payment documentation
Ensure procurement requests align with budgeted items and policy compliance
Demonstrate professional and courteous communication via phone, email, and written correspondence
Exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling inquiries and resolving issues
Foster strong working relationships with internal departments and external partners
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Adapt to dynamic, fast-paced, public safety environments
Adhere to all departmental and HR policies
Assist in documenting change management processes, including updates to Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and standard operating procedures
Review and edit MOPs to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with operational standards
Coordinate the approval process with appropriate stakeholders, tracking status and following up as necessary
Manage and organize all change-related documentation to ensure consistent version control and accessibility
Maintain records of approvals and change history to support audits, compliance, and internal reference
Support communication efforts related to upcoming changes, including meeting scheduling and dissemination of materials

Qualification

Microsoft Office 365Procurement processesDocument draftingData managementInterpersonal communication

Required

Provide administrative support to ensure efficient day-to-day office operations
Manage incoming phone calls, greet and assist visitors, and coordinate travel arrangements
Process reimbursements for the IT Director and staff
Assist with calendar management, scheduling, and room reservations
Organize meetings, including scheduling, logistics, and distribution of agendas and meeting notes
Maintain office supply inventory; anticipate needs, place orders, and follow up on delivery and restocking
Perform general administrative tasks such as filing, typing, copying, scanning, binding, and organizing correspondence
Draft and edit documents including articles, form letters, and memoranda from copy or rough drafts
Work independently on complex administrative and clerical assignments
Prioritize and manage a high-volume workload effectively and efficiently
Meet deadlines consistently and handle multiple tasks with accuracy
Proofread documents and correct grammar, spelling, and diction errors
Assist the IT Director or designee in drafting and finalizing internal procedures and policies
Operate standard office equipment, including computers, printers, and scanners
Maintain strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio), Adobe Acrobat, and systems used for procurement operations
Fulfill operational objectives by managing administrative projects and ensuring timely completion
Support team efforts by assisting with task coordination and internal communication
Respond to information requests clearly and promptly
Maintain tracking systems for various ongoing tasks and projects
Enter and manage data accurately to support operational reporting
Collaborate with vendors, OIT Procurement, and Fire Fiscal departments to process procurement requests
Review and validate requests for software, hardware, services, maintenance, communications, training, and other IT-related needs submitted via centralized systems
Ensure requests comply with standardized formats and all required documentation is complete and accurate
Communicate with internal and external departments to gather additional information or clarification as needed
Receive and review vendor invoices; verify backup documentation and ensure data accuracy
Enter relevant information into the OIT invoice tracking database
Verify funding by checking against contracts, purchase orders, and other encumbrance documentation
Obtain invoice approvals from internal and external stakeholders
Coordinate with vendors to collect required procurement and payment documentation
Ensure procurement requests align with budgeted items and policy compliance
Demonstrate professional and courteous communication via phone, email, and written correspondence
Exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling inquiries and resolving issues
Foster strong working relationships with internal departments and external partners
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Adapt to dynamic, fast-paced, public safety environments
Adhere to all departmental and HR policies
Assist in documenting change management processes, including updates to Methods of Procedure (MOPs) and standard operating procedures
Review and edit MOPs to ensure clarity, accuracy, and alignment with operational standards
Coordinate the approval process with appropriate stakeholders, tracking status and following up as necessary
Manage and organize all change-related documentation to ensure consistent version control and accessibility
Maintain records of approvals and change history to support audits, compliance, and internal reference
Support communication efforts related to upcoming changes, including meeting scheduling and dissemination of materials
The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Generous retirement savings options are available
Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation.
Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships.

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City of Philadelphia

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Philadelphia is the largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, the fifth-most-populous city in the United States.

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Funding

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Leadership Team

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Alan Burstein
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Alba Collazo-Irwin
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