Job Details
Position Type:
Town of Mansfield/Office Assistant
Date Posted:
6/20/2024
Location:
Audrey P. Beck Municipal Building
TOWN OF MANSFIELD
Position Announcement
Temporary Office Assistant - Town Manager's Office
The Opportunity
The Town of Mansfield, Connecticut (www.mansfieldct.gov) is seeking a temporary office assistant to support its Town Manager's Office. The ideal candidate will be a generalist with a strong administrative skill set. Additionally, candidates must be adept at establishing collaborative working relationships with town staff, town officials, and the general public.
Sample duties include: providing administrative and clerical support to the Town Manager's Office (including Human Resources), Town Council, and assigned boards and commissions; preparing, posting and distributing Council and Committee agendas, minutes, and packets; administering meeting technology; maintaining the Town Manager's schedule; responding to and following up on citizen inquiries; coordinating special projects and events; maintaining filing systems and records; and processing bills. Position reports to the Town Manager.
About Us
Mansfield, with a population of approximately 26,000, is located in beautiful northeastern Connecticut. Home to the University of Connecticut and located less than an hour from Hartford and Providence, Mansfield offers a unique blend of urban (Downtown Storrs - www.mansfieldmdp.org), suburban, and rural living in a vibrant university setting. Mansfield has a variety of cultural and educational offerings, numerous food and entertainment venues, as well as an abundance of natural resources ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Mansfield has adopted a Council-Manager form of government, with the Town Manager serving as the Chief Executive Officer responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Town.
Work Schedule & Location
This temporary position is 35 hours per week, with an expected duration of 8-12 weeks during summer 2024. The selected candidate will normally work four consecutive days, Mondays-Thursdays. Additionally, the candidate will work the second and fourth Monday evenings monthly to accommodate Town Council meetings. Other occasional evening or weekend work will be required to meet operational needs of the Department and the Town.
The work location for this position is the Audrey Beck Municipal Building, 4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield.
Compensation
The rate of pay is $25.00 per hour. This is a non-exempt (hourly) position.
There are no benefits associated with this temporary position.
Minimum Training and Experience
Candidates enrolled in, or whom have completed course work in an accredited four year program in public administration, government, public policy, or political science are preferred. Consideration may be given to equivalent experience and training. Candidates must have the ability to work with and maintain confidential information. Possession of a driver's license is required.
How to Apply
The position is open until filled. Candidates may apply at: The preferred candidate will be subject to a background check.
The Town of Mansfield is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider with a deep commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and welcoming in its workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town when necessary.