Employment Opportunity: Administrative Assistant in the Public Works and Planning Departments

The Town of Great Barrington seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant in the Public Works and Planning Departments. The position is an opportunity for a highly motivated, detailed-oriented individual to work with a wide variety of local government issues in a fast-paced office setting. The position requires “front line” customer service skills, excellent written communication skills, account payable and receivable experience, and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software Applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Five years of administrative experience and-or a combination of experience and college education is preferred. Local government experience is not required. The ideal candidate is a self-starter willing to learn and become a member of the team providing a high level of service to the citizens in the Town of Great Barrington. A full job description is available on the Town’s website, www.townofgb.org. The salary range for this position is between $35,000 to $42,000, depending on experience, and will include benefits.  This position may also offer opportunities for advancement. Resumes and cover letters are due by Friday, October 29, 2021, and emailed to Amy Pulver, apulver@townofgb.org or apply through Indeed here. The Town of Great Barrington is an equal opportunity employer.