Administrative Assistant — Public Works

Job overview

The Administrative Assistant — Public Works works onsite in Mount Rainier, MD, on a Monday–Friday schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The stated annual salary range is $42,634–$46,044. The role supports the City’s Public Works Director and departmental staff serving the community. The position combines office administration, resident communication, records, purchasing support, and coordination of departmental projects and programs. It helps Public Works maintain efficient operations and timely communication with residents, contractors, vendors, and partner agencies.

What you'll do

• Support the Public Works Director and staff
• answer phones and emails and assist the public
• maintain files, records, reports, permits, invoices, and correspondence
• coordinate schedules and meetings
• process purchase orders, invoices, and work orders
• maintain activity, fleet, service-request, and inventory records
• prepare meeting materials and minutes
• track project timelines and contractor documents
• support community communications
• assist with project, grant, tree-care, sustainability, and emergency communications activities described in the posting.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

administrative assistant

public works

mount rainier md

city of mount rainier

$42,634–$46,044/year

monday–friday

9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

municipal administration

resident communication

project coordination

records management

bilingual candidates encouraged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

About the employer

City of Mount Rainier is hiring for this role. Industry: Other General Government Support. Sector: 92.