EAST BRIDGEWATER — Chief Scott Allen is pleased to announce that the East Bridgewater Police Department is currently accepting applications for a full-time Administrative Specialist position.
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The Administrative Specialist will report directly to the Chief of Police and will perform a range of clerical and administrative tasks designed to ensure the smooth operation of police functions.
The primary tasks include:
- Developing and implementing effective office procedures
- Responding to public inquiries
- Maintaining law enforcement records
- Serving as a link between the chief of police and other East Bridgewater police officers and department employees
The Administrative Specialist must be organized with strong skills in solving office problems, managing office records, identify and/or manage efficient filing systems for the department’s administrative and personnel records. The Specialist must have prioritizing skills to execute day-to-day tasks in order of importance or urgency, and writing skills to draft clear memos and meeting minutes. The Specialist is a public office holder under the Chief of Police direct supervision with access to confidential information and as such they must discharge their duties with integrity, and deal with the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
The salary range for this position is $50,000-$57,000 per year based upon qualifications and experience. This is a non-union full-time, 40 hours per week position. A full benefits package, including health and dental insurance, is offered with this position through the town’s personnel by-laws.
A bachelor’s degree is preferred along with seven-to-10 years of progressive Administrative experience or in a related field. Candidates must have experience working with upper-level management, experience working with the public and responding to customer service requests or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Candidates must have experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the budget process. Notary Public preferred.
Hiring for this position at the East Bridgewater Police Department is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.
The East Bridgewater Police Department is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran’s or disability status.
The East Bridgewater Police Department is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.
All candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jbennett@ebmass.com. Priority consideration will be given to submissions received by Feb. 14, 2020. The position is open until filled.
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