What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant I position at Town of Montville?
The Town of Montville has an immediate opening for an experienced Administrative Assistant I. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes, Health and Dental, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Automatic enrollment into the Connecticut Municipal Employee Retirement System (CMERS), Voluntary 457b Retirement Plan, Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Benefits to include Cancer and Accident Plans, HSA contribution provided by The Town, and stipend provided for medical waiver, Vacation and generous Sick/PTO policy, including all federal holidays, and a Floating Holiday.
In this highly responsible role, the Administrative Assistant will provide direct support to the Office of the Fire Marshal. Duties and responsibilities will include but not limited to; typing and preparing correspondence, scheduling of inspections, budgeting, purchase orders, filing, receiving visitors, handling cash, answering phones, interfacing with other departments, preparing certifications and performing research.
The ideal candidate will have excellent people skills and scheduling experience. *Work experience in a municipality is a plus!
Qualifications:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent time management skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to perform duties competently with attention to detail and accuracy
Experience in interfacing with the public
Able to work independently
Experience and Training:
Graduation from high school, including or supplemented by courses in business and data processing plus five years of experience in secretarial and general office work; or an Associate's degree in business related field and two years' related experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
The Town of Montville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment.
For consideration: Please submit a resume and cover letter via Indeed or: Direct Mail to Human Resources, c/o Town of Montville, 310 Norwich-New London Turnpike, Uncasville, CT 06382
Email: mdamelia@montville-ct.org
Closing Date: 9/11/2026
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.33 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years' administrative experience do you have?
- Do you have experience with scheduling?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $29