Public Works Administrative Assistant

Start Date: June 17, 2024 | End Date: December 14, 2024
County: York County
Job Type: Public Works

The Town of Wells is seeking a Full-Time Administrative Assistant for the Public Works Department. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for the performance of administrative and clerical work in support of the Public Works department that includes but is not limited to answering phones and emails; preparing reports and correspondence, performing data entry, maintaining and updating files, and performing a variety of administrative and secretarial functions to assist in the efficient operation of the Department. The employee is required to perform all similar or related duties. This position has considerable contact with the general public, local contractors, vendors, government agencies, and town employees. The Administrative Assistant works with some independence and may complete independent projects as assigned by the Public Works Director.

The successful candidate must have the ability get along with others in a professional manner; considerable knowledge of business writing skills, excellent employee and public relations skills and ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely, detailed, and accurate manner; excellent organizational and time management skills, and knowledge of various software programs, including Microsoft Office Suite.

The candidate must possess a combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma; three to five (3-5) years progressively responsible experience in administrative/clerical work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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The Town of Wells offers an excellent pay and benefit package.  This is a full-time position with a starting salary of $25.20.  Other incentives and benefits include Health, Dental, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and 457/401K matched retirement or Maine Public Employees Retirement (MainePERS) as well as an incentive-based Wellness Program.

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Open Until Filled

Applications for Employment can be obtained by visiting the Town’s website at www.wellstown.org or the Human Resources Department at Town Hall.  Completed applications should be sent to: Attn: Human Resources, Town of Wells, 208 Sanford Road, Wells, Maine 04090, or email to employment@wellstown.org.

To be considered for employment with the Town of Wells applicants must complete the Town’s Application for Employment.  Please do not use the apply online functions provided through Facebook or any other social media platforms to apply.

The Town of Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer