Seeking Highway Administrative Assistant

                                                     Town of Hanson
                                                        Job Posting

Position:                            Highway Administrative Assistant
Salary Range:                 Starting Salary $17.49
                                                Highway Union HAA-1

Work Schedule:                  40 Hours per week Monday – Friday
                                              As assigned by the Highway Surveyor

Applications:              Please forward application, resume and cover letter to the Town Administrator’s office at the Hanson Town Hall 542 Liberty Street, Hanson, MA by 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 30, 2016

Job Specifications:   Works independently or under the general direction of the Highway Surveyor.
     Minimal supervision required once all procedures are learned.    Performs administrative and secretarial duties of a responsible nature in assisting the Highway Surveyor in preparation for snow emergencies,
    (FEMA reimbursement procedures), Massachusetts Highway Department, Chapter 90 funds, Storm Water Management, Department  EPA regulations reviewing subdivision plans for Planning Board, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and in responding to inquiries from the public.

    Has frequent contact with the general public, other town departments, boards, commissions, engineering firms, attorneys, and contractors.     Must exercise judgment and initiative in responding to inquires, particularly in situations not clearly delineated by precedent or established procedures.      Has access to confidential information such as pending litigation and personnel records.      Negligible physical effort required in performing duties under typical office conditions.

Skills/Qualifications:  High School diploma and five years experience in a responsible administrative/clerical position;   Experience in a municipal setting and in communication with the public, highway road construction or planning experience desirable;  or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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     Hanson is an equal opportunity employer
 

Posted September 16, 2016