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The Planning and Zoning Board of Appeals Senior Administrative Assistant provides high-level administrative, technical, and customer service support to the Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Inspectional Services department. This position serves as the primary point of contact for residents, developers, and town departments on planning, zoning, and permitting matters and coordinates board operations, manages records, and ensures compliance with applicable state statutes, local bylaws, and public meeting requirements.
The position is heavily involved in public contact situations; therefore, the ability to deal with the public as well as representatives of other boards and departments in an effective manner is essential. The employee also needs to have the ability to perform duties both remotely and in an office setting as needed. The employee operates a motor vehicle for work-related travel and uses standard office equipment, including computers, peripherals, telephones, and municipal information technology systems, including word processing and online meeting tools such as Zoom.
Associate degree in public administration, planning, business administration, or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Three to five years of progressively responsible administrative experience; municipal or land use experience strongly preferred, but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Hiring Rate: $26.00 – $31.00/hour
Job Classification: Grade 5; Non-Union
Benefits: Eligible for Health Insurance and pro-rated employee benefits.
Associate degree in public administration, planning, business administration, or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Three to five years of progressively responsible administrative experience; municipal or land use experience strongly preferred, but not required. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
(For a full job description, please visit the town website at www.topsfield-ma.gov)
Applications will be reviewed starting on Thursday, Oct. 8. (Position will remain open and posted online until a qualified candidate is hired.) Topsfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.