Administrative Assistant
Administrative Assistant
Planning/Zoning, Building, and Assessing Offices
The Town of Durham, NH is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Assistant to the Planning/Zoning, Building, and Assessing Offices. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position, with good pay and benefits, starting as soon as possible.
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for processing building permits; scheduling appointments and meetings; placing notices for public hearings; assisting residents, builders, developers, businesses, and board members; maintaining records, and generally ensuring the smooth operation of the department. For a full job description see https://www.ci.durham.nh.us/jobs.
An Associates degree and three to five years of experience in a comparable administrative capacity, or an appropriate combination of education and experience, is required. The successful candidate will have strong computer, organizational and customer-service skills, and be able to multi-task and prioritize multiple projects. They will find the work engaging and challenging with new issues continually presenting themselves. We support career growth, continuing education, and participation in professional associations.
The Town of Durham prides itself on being an outstanding place to work. The Town boards and the Town Council are excellent and appreciate the efforts of the staff. Our workplace culture is open, friendly, and supportive.
Please mail resumes with references and cover letters to the Town of Durham, Attn: Karen Edwards, 8 Newmarket Road, Durham, NH 03824 or email them to kedwards@ci.durham.nh.us. Position open until filled. Therefore, a prompt reply is encouraged.