Administrative Assistant I

**Administrative Assistant I - Parks and Recreation Dept.**

**The Town of Montville has an immediate opening for an experienced Administrative Assistant I in our Parks and Recreation Department. 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, a Floating Holiday and your birthday**

**In this highly responsible role, the Administrative Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting our office operations and ensuring smooth, day-to-day activities. A wide variety of duties and responsibilities include but not limited to; managing and scheduling appointments, assists with proofreading documents for accuracy and clarity, preparing cash deposits, processing credit card payments, remit revenue reports, assist with processing internet registrations, providing information on all town recreational events and programs, distribution of program materials and publications, purchase orders, interfacing with public, contractors and department heads, and perform general administrative tasks such as filing, answering phones, scanning, faxing and photocopying.**

**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:
**Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document preparation**

**Ability to speak, read and write in English.**

**Excellent verbal and written communication skills**

**Experience with phone systems and professional phone etiquette**

**Excellent time management skills**

**Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively**

**Experience in interfacing with the public**

**Able to work independently**

**Able to multi-task and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment**

**Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, and general math skills**

**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 and values diversity at all levels. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage all qualified job seekers to apply.**

**To Apply**:
**Please include resume along with cover letter.**

**Direct Mail: Town of Montville, c/o Human Resources, 310 Norwich-New London, Turnpike, Uncasville, CT 06382**

**Fax: 860-848-4534**

**CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 5/10/2024**

Pay: $24.41 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

- Uncasville, CT 06382: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person