What are the responsibilities and job description for the RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT position at Washington Township?
Responsible to: Township Manager
Definition of Job: To perform receptionist duties for the Township Administrative Office.
To assist office staff with their administrative duties as needed.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. To greet the public and direct them to the proper office in a courteous and professional manner at all times.
2. To answer the phone and direct calls to the correct office.
3. To provide administrative and clerical support for the township manager/township secretary.
4. To provide administrative and clerical assistance to other staff personnel as needed.
5. To perform all the normal office tasks including invoicing for services, handling phone calls, word processing, copying, filing, etc.
6. Assist citizens with their questions, concerns and complaints with the township and other governmental agencies.
7. To assist with updating web page.
8. Other duties as assigned by the township manager/township secretary.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively.
2. Knowledge of office methods and procedures.
3. Knowledge of computer operations including Microsoft Word and Excel operations.
4. Ability to learn and apply a variety of laws, ordinances, rules requirements and procedures applicable to township business.
5. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
6. Ability to work effectively with township officials, other government officials, business associates and the public.
7. Ability to perform computations necessary to keep fiscal records.
Educational and Experience Qualifications:
1. Must have a high school diploma.
2. Must have a minimum of 3 years of office operations experience.
3. Must have a valid driver’s license.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.25 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- office operations: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Waynesboro, PA 17268 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Waynesboro, PA 17268: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18