Part Time Secretary-Mayor's Office
CITY OF WESTFIELD MA · Westfield, MA · 1 mo ago
AdministrativePart-time
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Aid in handling incoming calls, assessing caller's needs, and directing calls to appropriate departments or individuals.
- Compose and type correspondence based on provided ideas, rough drafts, or written formats.
- Write basic letters to the public, respond to City Council agendas, proclamations, and other documents as required.
- Handle filing tasks and manage the mail, sorting and distributing it to relevant departments and personnel.
- Maintain inventory and order office supplies as needed for the Mayor's office, including paper for the copier.
- Assist with accounts payable functions.
- Manage the office when the Secretary is absent.
- Perform any other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- At least one year of related work experience and/or training.
- A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Skills and Qualifications
- Excellent organizational, typing, and data processing skills.
- Proficient in using personal computers and office software, including word processing, database, internet, and spreadsheet applications.
- Working knowledge of office software and machines.
- Firm understanding of math and technology, along with knowledge of accounting techniques.
- Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to follow departmental rules, regulations, policies, and practices.
- Practical application of concepts, practices, and specialized techniques.
- Evaluation and interpretation of factors, conditions, or unusual circumstances.
- Inspection, testing, or evaluation of compliance with established standards or criteria.
- Gathering, analyzing, and evaluating facts.
- Proofreading work.
- Efficiently utilizing specific software for department use.