Special Operations Assistant

Why Join the City Of Seat Pleasant?
The City of Seat Pleasant is a dynamic, forward-moving municipal government committed to delivering high-quality services, strengthening community trust, and fostering a culture of excellence. At the City of Seat Pleasant, you become more than an employee. You become part of a close-knit community that believes in service, integrity, and continuous growth. Our workforce is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents, and we support that mission by creating a workplace where every voice is valued and every contribution matters. We provide a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional advancement, competitive benefits, and the chance to help shape the future of a vibrant and diverse city. Joining our team means stepping into a role with purpose and becoming part of an organization that is committed to excellence in public service.

Position Overview
An employee in this classification works under the direct supervision of the Director of Environmental Justice and is required to follow all City guidelines, policies, and procedures established under the Department of Environmental Justice. The Special Operations Division is responsible for supporting and promoting all Department of Environmental Justice initiatives through the maintenance and care of City resources, fleet vehicles, and the overall implementation of the Department’s mission. The Special Operations Division also plays an essential role in advancing the City’s Smart City transformation across all divisions, including Public Works, Waste Management, and Environmental Inspection. This work is supported by the use of data analytics and reporting from the Command-and-Control Center and other Smart City platforms to enhance efficiency, responsiveness, and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities
 Knowledge of administrative procedures, including budgeting, planning, inventory control and records
management.
 Knowledge of the types and capabilities of equipment used in the performance of municipal work.
 Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of others.
 Interact with public officials and members of the general public.
 Provide day-to-day support to all divisions as needed with research.
 Ensures the project(s)/department goals are met and adhering to approved budget.
 Ability to operate a computer to include the use of word processing, spreadsheet, email, or other computer programs.
 Ability to Install and configure new printers/copiers/plotters and other peripheral equipment.
 Ability to install and support cloud-based application/services.
 Performs administrative tasks such as reviewing work schedules, reviewing invoices, researching discrepancies, and forwarding for payment, as well as completing various forms, reports and other correspondence as needed.

Maintains effective equipment, maintenance schedules and records on all department vehicle equipment and tools.
 Manages information technology requests for the department.
 Design, conduct, and/or review surveys to be used for division wide priorities and initiatives.
 Performs other duties as apparent or assigned.
 Maintain all city vehicles and fleet management.
 Manages special events request, planning & development, and implementation for DoEJ.
 Management of the City’s two-way radio communications system primarily used by DoEJ.
 Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
 Operations Management.
 Knowledge of business and operations management principles involved in strategic planning and resource
allocation.
 Leadership techniques, production methods, and coordination of resources
 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, associates, and the general public
 The ability to communicate complex ideas, both orally and in writing
 Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
 This includes assessment of customer needs, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Working Conditions
 Performs physical tasks such as lifting and moving heavy objects.
 Engages in sedentary work that requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or continuously to move objects.
 Able to lift 25–50 pounds as needed.
 Work involves climbing, stooping, reaching, fingering, grasping, and other repetitive motions.
 Requires vocal communication to exchange information at normal speaking levels.
 Requires visual acuity for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machinery, assessing accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing the environment.
 Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions, work independently, and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and others encountered in the course of duties.
 Work may occur in both indoor and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to extreme heat or cold, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Selection Criteria
 Special Notices: Employees in this position are subject to random drug and alcohol testing pursuant to the City of Seat Pleasant's Drug-Free Workplace Policy, Drug & Alcohol Testing Procedures.
 Resume: Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter including salary requirements and resume to [email protected] Cover letter should include position title. NO PHONE CALLS

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The City of Seat Pleasant is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. The City provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. 
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Human Resources Department to request support. Employees may also request reasonable accommodations at any time during their employment.

Disclaimer
This job description is designed to outline the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. The City of Seat Pleasant reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as needed to meet operational requirements.