Administrative Specialist

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals. The Housing and Community Development Service Division is seeking a qualified individual to fill the position of Administrative Specialist. This position is responsible for coordinating and providing administrative/clerical support to the assigned division/section. The role is responsible for assisting with day-to-day functions and performing a variety of administrative support tasks including communicating with internal county staff. Work is performed under the general direction of the supervisor and is reviewed through reports and logs for accuracy and achievement of desired results. This position reports to the Program Development Supervisor of the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program within the Housing and Community Development Division.

Representative Duties/Assignments : Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification. Routes visitors to appropriate staff members and requested location Performs a variety of routine clerical and receptionist duties, e.g., mail distribution, filing, appointment/meeting scheduling, purchase orders, completing standard county forms and reviewing documents etc. Participates in emergency activities/response. Coordinate with Division staff to complete payroll / Kronos timesheets. Responsible for handling confidential information and keeping it secure Performs data entry as applicable Maintain management's calendar and meeting schedules Provides excellent customer service to the public, contractors and subrecipients. Handles incoming program information requests. Provides accurate information and returns all communication in a timely manner. Provides support for advisory boards, special events and presentations. Assists with logistics, event preparation and participates in community outreach events. Maintains, organizes, files, and retrieves departmental records in accordance with County policies and applicable records retention requirements. Assists with the preparation and processing of agenda items and coordinates the execution of agreements for Board approval. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of clerical or administrative experience or an equivalent combination of relevant education or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. Preferences : Excellent computer skills with proficiency in MS Word and PowerPoint Strong oral and written communication skills Bilingual (Spanish/English)

Open Date: 10/15/2026 Close Date: 10/17/2026 This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Pay Grade: 010 - From $18.10 to $22.97 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Placement based on Education and Experience

10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually. 18 days paid time off per year. Longevity bonus based on years of service. 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually. Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance. Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one. Participation in the Florida Retirement System. Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc. Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers. Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse. Tuition reimbursement program. Earn service time to forgive student loans. Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements. For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx

If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder . Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number. *If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception.

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) . If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

525 E South Street Orlando, FL 32801

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.