Resolution 2005-37 COUNTY OF KENDALL )
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STATE OF ILLINOIS )
RESOLUTION NO. 2005 - - 25 7 1
A RESOLUTION CREATING THE POSITION OF
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
IN THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE,
KENDALL COUNTY, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE, after
careful consideration, have found and deemed it necessary for the benefit of the UNITED CITY
OF YORKVILLE to create the position of Administrative Assistant; and
WHEREAS, the job position for Administrative Assistant will have the duties and
responsibilities as set forth in the attached job description; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE THAT THE POSITION OF ADMINISTRATIVE
ASSISTANT IS HEREBY CREATED.
Said position will be directed by and report directly to the City Administrator. The job
description for said position is attached hereto and is made part hereof as Exhibit "A ". The
hiring of a person to fill the said position should be subject to all probationary rules and
regulations as set out in the current Employee Manual.
This resolution shall become effective upon its passage.
PAUL JAMES MARTY MUNNS
JASON LESLIE => WANDA OHARE O
VALERIE BURD ROSE SPEARS �r•
DEAN WOLFER JOSEPH BESCO
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APPROVED by me, as Mayor of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois,
this F6 day „f� A.D. 2005.
MAYOR
PASSED by the City Council of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois,
this r day of A.D. 2005.
U CITY CLERK
Prepared by:
John Justin Wyeth
City Attorney
United City of Yorkville
800 Game Farm Road
Yorkville, Illinois 60560
630- 553 -8570
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UN is tij CITY OF YORKVE JLE
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT — JOB DESCRIPTION
Department: Administration
Reports to: City Administrator
Status: Full Time; Non - exempt
Salary Classification: Administrative Support Staff
Position Description Overview
This position provides assistance to the Administrative staff relating to following and implementing
policy and procedures particularly related to land development and City Council documentation and
proceedings. This position will be supervised by -the City Administrator in the performance of all
general administrative office duties and act as an administrative liaison to the City Council. This
position works closely with the elected officials, City Attorney, department heads, and citizens to
properly facilitate information, especially for public meetings. The City Administrator will
complete the performance evaluation, with input from City Council.
Essential Job Functions
1. Type and distribute City agendas and calendar for public meetings as well as miscellaneous
correspondence including distribution of minutes as needed.
2. Responsible for recording City documents at the Kendall County Recorder's Office
including, water liens, bond documents, SSA easements, annexation agreements, etc. and
other documents as they are approved by City Council.
3. Prepare and distribute all packets for public meetings.
4. Prepare, issue and file paperwork for tobacco, amusement, and liquor license renewals and
freedom of information requests.
5. Gather and distribute Plan Commission material packets for the Commission, City Council,
City Attorney, and City Planner.
6. Update and maintain various lists of Aldermen, City Council, committee members and other
board members.
7. Serve as a liaison to City Council for general information and queries, particularly for agenda
items and City projects.
8. Prepare and distribute Plan Council agendas and /or minutes.
9. Work closely with the City Administrator to assure smooth and organized daily
administrative functions. Assist with organizing and maintaining City records. Assist with
the publishing of legal notices, public hearings, and media releases.
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10. Coordinate and facilitate all schedule requests for petitions for annexations, zoning,
preliminary and final platting, and any other request pertaining to Plan Commission and/or
City Council meetings regarding development.
11. Other duties as directed by the City Administrator.
Requirements
1. Independent writing and proofreading skills.
2. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written format.
3. Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with City Officials, employees
and the residential and business community.
4. Ability to understand and follow general instructions and carry out policy decisions and/or
recommendations quickly and accurately.
5. Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including a typewriter, word processor,
personal computer, facsimile machine, and transcribing equipment rapidly and accurately.
6. Ability to type a minimum of sixty (60) words per minute.
7. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Experience and Education
1. Minimum of three (3) years administrative experience, preferably in a government setting.
2. High School Degree supplemented by courses in typing and business subjects, preferably
with some college level courses in business related subjects.
3. Experience and education that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is
preferred.
4. Must successfully complete a background investigation.
The duties listed above are intended only as an illustration of the various types of tasks that may be
required. The omission of specific statements of duties does note exclude them from the position if
the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not
constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee, and is subject to
modification by the employer as the needs of the employer and /or agency change, or requirements of
the position change.