Recording Secretary - Lexington, United States - Town of Lexington

    Town of Lexington
    Town of Lexington Lexington, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
    Town of Lexington
    We are currently accepting applications for the part-time (4-12 hours/week) position of:

    Recording Secretary
    Finance Department


    Hourly rate:
    $24.50

    No benefits

    The REQUIRED Town of Lexington application must be received in the Town's Human
    Resources Department. This position will remain open until filled.


    GENERAL SUMMARY:
    Administrative work assisting the Appropriation Committee and Capital Expenditures Committee to
    carry out the administrative functions of the Committees. Works under the general direction of the
    Assistant Town Manager for Finance and Committee Chairs.


    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

    • Work with the Committee Chair(s) to set meeting schedules and agendas.
    • Attend Committee meetings to take meeting minutes. In-person attendance at meetings may be
    required.

    • Prepare drafts of meeting minutes, including any applicable supporting documents presented at
    meetings for Committee approval.

    • Ensure final meeting minutes and supporting documents are received and archived with the Town
    Clerk.

    • Submit a bi-weekly report for the Finance Department of hours worked.
    • Perform other similar or related duties as required, or as funds allow.

    MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
    High School diploma or the equivalent and one to three years of increasingly responsible administrative
    support.


    WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
    Work is performed remotely. Must be able to operate computer, printer, photocopier, postage machine,
    fax machine, telephone, and other basic office equipment. Work requires extended periods of sitting,
    reaching, typing, and mousing, which requires eye-hand coordination and finger dexterity. May
    occasionally require lifting and/or moving objects up to 25 pounds.

    The Town of Lexington has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and we are actively
    seeking candidates who bring new voices and lived experiences to our organization. The duties listed in
    this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that will be performed.

    The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is
    similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an
    employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the
    employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

    *External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined
    under the Americans with Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions (as
    listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by
    management on a case by case basis.


    APPLICATION PROCESS
    Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related
    tests may be required.

    All applicants are required to complete a Town application form, available from the Internet at
    , emailing , calling or by visiting the
    Human Resources Department. Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional
    information, but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the required application form.

    CORI screening required.

    Application and cover letter must be received in the Town's Human Resources Department.
    This position will remain open until filled.

    The Town reserves the right to modify the application deadline, and/or accept applications after the
    deadline, to best serve the interest of the community.

    After the deadline all applications will be reviewed and the most highly qualified candidates will be
    invited to one or more interviews. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon
    as a decision has been made regarding their individual application.

    Individuals who need accommodations in order to participate in this process should contact the Human
    Resources Department.

    Questions regarding this hiring process should be addressed to the:
    Human Resources Department
    Town of Lexington
    1625 Massachusetts Avenue
    Lexington, MA 02420