REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES: Thorough knowledge of the responsibilities of an executive secretary; thorough knowledge of general business terminology, procedures and equipment; thorough knowledge of business English, spelling and arithmetic; good knowledge of the capabilities of automated systems equipment to produce various formats/documents such as correspondence, reports, tables, charts and file storage/retrieval; ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software; ability to manipulate a standard alphanumeric keyboard at a rate of not less than 35 words per minute; ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position; ability to compose and edit routine letters and memoranda; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written directions; ability to handle administrative details independently; ability to deal with others effectively; ability to compile data and prepare reports; accuracy; resourcefulness; initiative; neat personal appearance; physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.
MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and five (5) years of work experience in an office setting that consisted of using software to maintain calendars, schedule meetings, make travel arrangements, draft and create correspondence, presentations, emails and enter and maintain records in databases in support of a higher level administrator or a department or unit head.