The Town of Acton is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant for the Cemetery Division of the Department of Public Works (DPW). This position will be reporting to the Cemetery Superintendent and the Department of Public Works (DPW) Business Manager.
General Duties and Responsibilities: This position will be the primary administrative support to the Cemetery Division Superintendent. In addition, they will provide administrative support to the Department of Public Works (DPW). This position will need to have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Applications and knowledge of Acton Cemetery rules and regulations. This position will require the skills and ability to deal with people in an empathetic manner under emotional distress and have strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills. This position is a 24-hour, part-time benefitted position.
Minimum Entrance Requirements: Two years of work experience in the administrative field and/or within the Death Care industry. Requires strong Microsoft Office skills including proficiency in Excel. High school graduate or equivalency.
Preferred Qualifications: Municipal experience preferred.
Pay Rate: H-7; starting at $26.27/per hour.
Benefits: Staggered hours are available upon discretion of the supervisor. Town benefits include: health, vision, dental, and pet insurance, public pension plan, and other competitive benefits.
Applications:
Submit resume and cover letter to Human Resources (e-mail can be found on our website, actonma.gov/jobs).
Acton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Deadline: First consideration being given to applications received by July 19, 2024
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $26.27 per hour
Expected hours: 24 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- death care industry: 2 years (Required)
- Administrative: 2 years (Required)
- Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person