What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clerical Assistant position at TOWN OF GLASTONBURY?
THIS PART-TIME ROLE WITH THE SANITATION DEPARTMENT IS 19.5 HOURS PER WEEK FOR THE MONTHS OF JULY, AUGUST, AND SEPTEMBER. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL BE WILLING TO WORK MONDAYS WITH FLEXIBILITY ON OTHER DAYS, AND BE WILLING TO RETURN TO THE ROLE ANNUALLY FOR THE SPECIFIED MONTHS.
WE APPRECIATE YOUR INTEREST IN WORKING WITH US!
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Under direct supervision of the Director of Wastewater, Refuse, and Recycling, incumbent performs general clerical work for the Sanitation Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Compiles, computes, copies, and files records and reports.
- Processes invoices for payment.
- Processes and routes incoming and outgoing mail.
- Contributes to a respectful and safe work environment by fostering a culture of positive communication and ethical behavior, with an emphasis on providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.
OTHER DUTIES:
- May interact with the public in person or by telephone and provide information relating to services, programs, and resources.
- May collects fees and prepare reconciliation and deposits.
- May maintain inventory of materials and supplies.
- Performs other duties as required.
CONFIDENTIALITY:
- Maintains confidentiality of records and information as appropriate
CONDUCT:
- Observes safe work practices
- Represents the Town in a professional and courteous manner at all times
DEPENDABILITY:
- Regularly attends and is punctual for work
- Works a flexible schedule as needed
NOTE: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and responsibility. Incumbent must be able to perform essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
Qualifications:
• Knowledge of clerical duties and office procedures
• Basic Microsoft Word and Excel skills
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with staff members and provide friendly customer service to the public
• Ability to create and maintain records, and organize data in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to learn department specific software applications
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Typically the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, stooping, reaching, and carrying items such as papers, books, or files
• Must be able to push/pull/lift objects of less than twenty (20) pounds and sit for prolonged periods. Able to perform manipulative skills which require hand-eye coordination such as keyboard skills
• Must be able to see objects closely as in reading and typing a document
• Must be able to hear normal sounds with background noise, distinguish voice patterns and communicate with speech as in using a telephone
• Ability to perform such tasks as typing, filing, computer work and using a calculator
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years’ clerical experience
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION:
• None
Salary : $21 - $26