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Public Safety Administrative Assistant

Shirley Police Department
Shirley, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2027

Public Safety Administrative Assistant

The Town of Shirley seeks a full-time Public Safety Admin Assistant to provide administrative support to the Shirley Police Department and the Department of Public Works. Duties include, but are not limited to, day to day administrative operations and maintaining all department records and files. Prepares, and process, payrolls and invoice police detail assignments. Prepares all human resources related paperwork/correspondence for department employees to the town for insurance, benefits, as well as any work related injuries IOD/111F. Assists the Police Chief and DPW Director in planning, preparing and implement annual budgets as well as, prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports. Prepares and maintains the permitting processes under the control of the DPW and prepares Chapter 90 forms for state projects. Prepare and submit payables; monitor and reconcile all related department budgets. Strong organizational skills and computer knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as payroll software. Provides daily assistance to residents, vendors, contractors and colleagues on Police, DPW and Cemetery related matters; respond to service requests and problems, receive and refer complaints and inquiries for information and maintain cooperative public relations. Confidentiality a must. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum requirements: Associates/college degree in business, management, public administration, and a minimum of five years of experience in administrative work. Preferred experience in municipal/government operations, and interaction with the public is highly desirable. Starting salary is from $26.66 to $27.87 an hour, $55,452.80 to $57,969.60 annually plus education incentive. Full benefits, which includes Middlesex County Retirement System, BCBS Health Insurance. Candidate must be able to pass all phases of the selection process, including interviews and background check.

A resume and cover letter should be submitted by e-mail to the attention of; Lt. Alfreda Cromwell at acromwell@shirley-mapd.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,452.80 - $57,969.60 per year

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple locations

Salary : $55,453 - $57,970

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