Administrative Analyst-Unified Communications

Essential Functions

• Reviews procurement requests submitted electronically through a centralized collection system.
• Requests are generally related to software hardware professional and other services
• maintenance of hardware and software communications training and other IT related items.
• Ensures requests adhere to a standardized procurement request format.
• Ensures all associated backup documentation is complete and accurate. Follows up with internal
• and external departmental contacts if additional information or clarification is required for processing requests.
• Receives vendor invoices ensures all backup documentation has been submitted and information is accurate.
• Logs pertinent data into OIT invoice database.
• Confirms funding by checking contracts purchase orders and other encumbrance documents in
• various mainframe and database systems
• Follow up with internal and external managers to obtain approval of invoices.
• Work with vendors to obtain required documentation in order to facilitate and expedite procurement and payment process as necessary.
• Review procurement requests against budgeted items to ensure consistency.
• Type articles form letters memoranda from copy or rough draft
• Sort and file correspondence and other materials
• Data entry and tracking of various tasks/projects
• Make arithmetic calculations
• Answer telephone and personal inquiries; secure and give out routine information
• Operate general office equipment
• Assist management and staff with various projects
• Create and maintain Microsoft Word and Excel documents
• Creates regular correspondence letters and emails for Director
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

• Completion of a bachelors degree program at an accredited college or university with major course

work in public administration business administration finance economics accounting or related

field. Masters degree a plus but not required.

EXPERIENCE

• Entry level position; 1 3 years administrative/budget/fiscal/accounting experience.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Attention to detail is critical in order to prepare and interpret a variety of procurement requests and

invoice statements.

• Effective facilitator. Candidate must be able to handle a significant amount of transactions on a

routine basis both accurately and expeditiously.

• Solid analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Must have strong proven organizational skills.
• Candidate must be comfortable with basic Information Technology issues and be willing to learn

about new technology trends.

An equivalent combination of education and experience deemed acceptable by OITs Human Resources the IT Director/Chief Innovation Officer will also be considered.

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to

• Work independently on difficult or complex administration and clerical tasks
• Accomplish work requirements in a timely manner
• Recognize and correct grammar and diction errors
• Exercise good judgment courtesy and professionalism in receiving office callers and in making
• proper disposition of problems
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with various internal and external clients
• Operate standard office equipment personal computers printers and scanners
• Maintain confidential information and data
• Set and maintain priorities with a large workload

Knowledge of

Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Word and Excel Applications

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Powerpoint Visio Access is a plus
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook or other automated email/scheduling system
• English grammar spelling punctuation business formats and proper diction
• Basic office operations
   

Additional Information :

Salary Range: $50000 - $55000 

Salary cannot exceed $55000.

All applications should include the following: 
    Cover Letter clarifying your interest and qualifications for the role.
    Resume
We wont accept or review incomplete applications.

Work Setting: in-person (onsite)

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   Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
   Employees receive paid vacation sick leave and holidays
   Generous retirement savings options are available
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*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire. No relocation assistance is provided at this time.

Effective May 22 2023 vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses doctors emergency medical personnel) must be fully vaccinated.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time