Planning & Conservation is Hiring! Land Use Administrative Assistant

Planning and Conservation Office

LAND USE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Part-Time – Up to 19.5 hrs/week

Grade 2 – Step 1-5 Rate: $25.01 - $28.22

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Land Use assistant performs duties necessary to provide day-to-day assistance to the Director of Planning and Conservation, Conservation Commission and Planning Board to assure efficient and professional operation of the Department.

• Administrative/clerical support to the Director of Planning and Conservation.
• Receptionist duties, including telephone coverage and answering general questions and giving information to people visiting the office regarding procedures, zoning, permits and land use regulations.
• Conservation Commission and Planning Board meeting preparation, including filing processes, member packets, meeting agendas, posting requirements, legal notices, etc.
• Maintain Department bills and accounts receivable, maintaining financial records.
• Administer Department webpage, including general & educational content, and meeting information.
• Collaborate with Director to create educational and marketing materials.
• Attend Conservation Commission and Planning Board evening meetings, take and transcribe minutes. Meetings average 3 hours, at least twice monthly, but can be more frequent when needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years work experience in a public or private professional setting
• Thorough knowledge of computer technology, including Microsoft Word, Excel, working with data bases, and GIS.
• Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, organizational, time management, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to learn the Local and State laws and regulations relating to land use and conservation

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• The ability to sit for extended periods of time
• The ability to write legibly, type and keep records

Detailed job description is attached.

Send cover letter and resume by December 31, 2021 to Emilie Cademartori at ecademartori@town.lynnfield.ma.us

The Town of Lynnfield is an affirmative equal opportunity employer.