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Executive Assistant

Maricopa County
parental leave, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, Arizona, Morristown
41835 North Castle Hot Springs Road (Show on map)
Oct 11, 2025
Posting Date 10/10/25 Application Deadline 10/15/25 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $23.40 - $31.08 hourly Full Pay Range: $23.40 - $38.75 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Unclassified Department Parks and Recreation About the Position The purpose of this position is to provide professional-level administrative support to the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department in order to enhance the effectiveness of the Director in providing quality outdoor experiences for the public, preserving the natural resources of the County Park System, and providing support to the personnel in the department who are the heart and soul of the agency. The Executive Assistant is a critical link between the Director and the wide variety of constituents we serve. About Us Welcome to the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department! From hiking on a barrier-free trail to horseback riding along a creek to testing your mountain biking skills and abilities on a competitive track, Maricopa County parks offer visitors the best of the Sonoran Desert. At approximately 120,461 acres of parkland and 291 miles of trails, Maricopa County is home to one of the largest regional park systems in the nation. Currently, there are nine parks, one education center, two conservation areas, and two concession areas in Maricopa County's regional park system. Each is unique and offers its visitors a wide variety of recreational opportunities. The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department oversees the Maricopa Trail, a 326-mile trail system that encircles the valley and links all regional parks together in addition to 35 miles of the Sun Circle Trail. The Department is staffed by passionate employees, park hosts, and volunteers dedicated to providing park visitors with the best customer experience possible. Join us today! Proud to Offer Work with a greater purpose Tuition reimbursement Exceptional work-life balance Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1 Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require Four years of administrative experience with at least two years supporting management High school diploma or GED An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis We Also Value Advanced proficiency in MS Office Job Contributions Schedules appointments, maintains calendar(s), and manages routine correspondence, calls, emails, and other requests for the Director and Executive staff Creates and manages complex electronic databases, files, and records systems to provide easy access, legal retention, and timely retrieval of information upon request Serves as the Liaison to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission, including coordinating meeting agendas and logistics; fulfilling public notice requirements; producing and providing Commission reports and correspondence; taking and publishing meeting minutes Researches, composes, reviews, edits, and tracks email correspondence, memos, reports, Board of Supervisors' agenda items, policies, procedures, or other materials for review, presentations, distribution, or official signature Manages and monitors department training system and program Communicates with the department staff, general public, vendors, outside agencies and organizations, and other county department staff, including managing public record requests Assists with and leads departmental events and programs such as Blood Drives, Combined Charitable Campaign, Wellness, All-Hands meetings, and Employee Recognition Awards Manages departmental travel requests and limited membership/program purchasing Other duties as assigned Working Conditions Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona driver's license by the time of hire Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. 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