Administrative Assistant – Public Works

The town of Groton Department of Public Works is seeking qualified applicants for a 40 hour per week Administrative Assistant position.

The Administrative Assistant will provide clerical assistance to the Department of Public Works, Stormwater Management and Parks Commission. The Administrative Assistant assists the public and town employees in person and on the telephone by furnishing a variety of information; explaining department policies and procedures; helping other town departments and outside agencies by providing information and reports; conducting research projects as required. The Administrative Assistant prepares and maintains various records on office activities, performs data entry duties related to department operations; prepares and submits reports as requested by the DPW Director and Parks Commission; prepares payroll and processes bills for payment. Other duties include budget projection and forecasting. Logs and tracks recycled material from the transfer station. This will include attending monthly night meetings to take minutes for the Park Commission.

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with course work in bookkeeping/accounting, or a related field; one to three years of related experience; experience in a municipal utility office setting desired; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong knowledge of QuickBooks is a plus. The pay range is $26.55 – $36.28, based on experience.

To apply, please send cover letter and resume by mail to Human Resources Director, Town Hall, 173 Main St., Groton, MA 01450 or by email humanresorces@grotonma.gov . For questions please call 978.448.1145. Job description is available by request.

The deadline to submit resumes is Dec. 13.

The town of Groton is an Equal Opportunity Employer