Administrative Assistant I
The Administrative Assistant I is responsible for performing a wide variety of administrative support activities for City Hall, especially the Public Works department. The Administrative Assistant I is the first point of contact at the front desk of the Public Works business office and duties may include: performing a variety of receptionist and secretarial duties; answering phones; filing for customer account files; preparing service orders for utility customers; receiving and recording service complaints; accepting utility payments; preparing cash collection batches for deposit; maintaining informational pamphlets and brochures at front desk; assisting other office personnel with administrative tasks as time allows.
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Salary range: $20.14-$24.73/hour, DOE. Benefits include medical insurance, HSA contribution, NDPERS Defined Benefit Plan, generous paid sick & annual leave, paid holidays, multiple life insurance and supplemental insurance policies. Full-time, non-exempt classification.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Performs a variety of duties which include: answering telephones, taking messages, and directing inquiries as needed while providing customer service to answer questions, or alleviate existing problems.
- Prepares work orders for utility customers by: obtaining personal information; determining the size of deposit; securing forwarding address for credit deposit or final billing.
- Answers questions and educates customers on their billing statements.
- Accepts utility payments. Prepares batch for deposit from utility payments. Issues and balances receipts; enters payment amounts into billing system. Balances and inputs landfill deposit.
- Receives and records service complaints and notifies the correct department.
- Inputs computer data for Public Works Department which includes: updating customer information; inputting and posting cash payments and receipts.
- Prepares the information and paperwork required for customer assistance programs (ie. LIHEAP). Inputs payments for the assistance programs.
- Plans and coordinates the annual awards banquet.
- Assists other office personnel with administrative tasks as time allows.
- Performs other duties as assigned of a similar nature or level.
Submit completed application, cover letter and resume to:
Human Resource Director
254 2nd Ave NE
Valley City, ND 58072
(701) 845-8136
cmartineck@valleycity.us
Position open until filled.
(Updated January 26, 2026)
Employee Mission Statement
Valley City employees take pride in their job, workplace and the city as a whole; engage in forward thinking to enhance our community’s quality of life; and promote a positive team atmosphere that is committed to providing reliable, innovative services.
Employee Benefits
The City of Valley City provides several benefits through the North Dakota Public Health Insurance Trust and the North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System on the date of hire. After a six-month introductory period, the City provides group life insurance at no cost. For more details and additional benefits, see the Employee Benefits Summary.
Employer Profile
The City of Valley City was incorporated in 1883 and utilizes a City Commission form of government with a Home Rule Charter. The City has four city commission members and one President (Mayor) elected to four-year, overlapping terms. The City also has an elected municipal judge.
City-owned Municipal Utilities
- Electric
- Sanitation/Landfill
- Water/Sewer
Other city-owned Public Works
- Streets
- Sanitary Sewer
- Water Treatment Plant
General Government
- Fire Department
- Police Department
- Engineering, Building Inspection and Permitting
- Property Assessment
- Finance Department
- Legal/Human Resources Department
Community Profile - The City of Bridges
Valley City, population 6,380, is located in the heart of eastern North Dakota along the Sheyenne River Valley Scenic Byway and was recently named the most beautiful city in the state.
For more information visit:
Valley City Barnes County Development Corporation website at www.developvcbc.com/goodlife
Valley City Area Chamber of Commerce website at www.valleycitychamber.com
Valley City Tourism website at www.valleycitytourism.com
Location
Valley City is the county seat of Barnes County and is located along I-94, between Fargo, the largest city in North Dakota, and Jamestown, the ninth largest city. Fargo: less than 1 hour. Jamestown: 30 minutes.
Landmarks and Attractions
- Eight historic bridges
- Medicine Wheel Park
- Barnes County Museum and Rosebud Visitor Center Museum
- National Scenic Byway with opportunities for
bicycling and motorcycle tours, along with fall color drives.
Annual Events
- North Dakota Winter Show: PRCA rodeo, livestock shows, concert, community olympics, chili cookoff
- Rally in the Valley: parade, car show, street dance
- Soap Box Derby: national qualifier
- North Dakota State Pinochle Tournament
- Sheyenne River Fest: canoeing and kayaking, pontoon rides, vendors
- Bridge City Cruisers Summer Cruise Nights
- Summer Nights on Central concert series
Recreation
- Gaukler Wellness Center: opened in 2016 and features basketball courts, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness and weightlifting equipment, group fitness classes, walking track, and indoor playground
- Outdoor community pool with waterslide
- Four city parks
- Two nine-hole golf courses: Bjornson Park Municipal and Country Club
- North Country National Scenic Hiking Trail
- Lake Ashtabula: 27-mile waterway with camping, fishing, boating, swimming, and wildlife viewing
- Fort Ransom State Park (30 miles): hiking, biking, camping, horseback riding, winter sports
The Community
Valley City is an outstanding community in which to reside and raise a family. Educational opportunities include the Valley City Public School District and the nationally ranked Valley City State University. Additional employment opportunities are available in the education, manufacturing, engineering, health care, agriculture, government, energy, and technology sectors. New residents will also find a variety of local boutique shops and restaurants. Housing incentives are available.