Administrative Specialist

Position: Administrative Specialist I
About Us

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Apply On Or Before

Apply on or before 11:59pm on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.

Department Name

Office of the City Treasurer-Clerk

Job Specifications

The Retirement Office is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant I who enjoys organization, accuracy, and service-oriented work. In this role, you'll be an essential part of the team, supporting retirement benefit administration and helping ensure employees and retirees receive timely, accurate, and compliant retirement services.

What You'll Do

* Contribute to smooth daily office operations by providing reliable administrative support to the Retirement team.

* Process and verify retirement benefit enrollments, changes, terminations, and deductions with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.

* Maintain retirement records with care, ensuring confidentiality, organization, and data integrity.

* Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees and retirees by responding to inquiries, preparing correspondence, and supporting clear, effective retirement communications.

For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to Administrative Specialist I

Minimum Training & Experience

Possession of a bachelor's degree in business or public administration or a degree accepted in the field in which the vacancy exists; or possession of a high school diploma or an equivalent recognized certificate and four years of staff or administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Salary Range

$21.6689 to $58.7999/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed 29.9764/hour.

Driver's License Requirements

Must possess a valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment.

Benefits Information

The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

* Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leave

* Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans

* Paid holidays

* Tuition reimbursement

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance

* Life and long-term disability insurance

* Pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans

For more information about benefits offered to eligible City employees, visit ALEX or 2025 Benefits Summary.

How To Apply

Visit  click on the 'Apply Today' button, then navigate to 'My Job Applications' icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City's Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at .

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Veterans' Preference:

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at .To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

Accommodation for Persons with a Disability:

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