Executive Admin Assist - Capitol Police

Position Summary

The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) oversees the day-to‑day operation of the Georgia State Patrol (GSP), Capitol Police, and the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVE). We have an opening for an Executive Administrative Assistant 1 in the Capitol Police Division. The position provides executive‑level administrative support to the Director of the Capitol Police Division and secretarial support to officers and employees in the Division.

Atlanta – Headquarters (Capitol Police Division)

$57,250.00

• Conduct extensive research to compile information needed to generate reports, complete projects, and accurately respond to questions and concerns.
• Analyze problems, questions, issues, etc., and develop and report recommendations for resolving them.
• Assist the Director in organizing and executing routine activities and special projects.
• Act as liaison with outside organizations to gather or report program‑related information.
• Organize and coordinate the efficient function of the program or agency.
• Plan and coordinate meetings, conferences, seminars, and travel calendars.
• Provide program, administrative, and/or technical assistance to customers and staff.
• Research and resolve detailed program or client issues/questions and prepare documents.
• Represent the manager in various matters.

• Knowledge and experience in the use of the Internet, e‑mail, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access.
• Successful experience providing administrative support for a unit that dealt with sensitive and/or confidential matters.
• Experience in an office setting with excellent customer‑service skills.
• Experience composing and formatting correspondence and other documents.
• Good time‑management skills and the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities.
• Ability to use discretion, diplomacy, sound judgment, and solve problems independently.
• Experience in senior‑level functions such as research and interaction with senior‑level management.
• Experience preparing meeting agendas, planning meetings, and managing calendars.
• 2–3 years of executive‑level experience.

• High School diploma/GED and two (2) years of professional‑level job‑related experience in an administration‑related field.

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.