Parish Clerk, Responsible Financial Officer And Burial Clerk

Dartmoor Forest Parish Council; Princetown; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government organization in Princetown is seeking a dedicated Response Officer to join its administrative team. This part-time role requires excellent organizational and clerical skills, with responsibilities in managing correspondence, maintaining records, and providing comprehensive administrative support. Ideal candidates will have experience in office administration and strong communication abilities. The position offers flexible working arrangements, including the possibility to work from home.

Benefits

Flexitime

Work from home

Qualifications

• Proven office experience or administrative background is preferred.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Good phone etiquette with professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to incoming communications via phone, email, and other channels.
• Manage and prioritise correspondence to ensure timely responses.
• Perform data entry tasks with accuracy using Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Clerical skills

Communication skills

Data entry skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Response Officer to join our administrative team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational and clerical skills, with experience in office administration and excellent communication abilities. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to efficient office operations, ensuring smooth communication and data management within the organisation. The Response Officer will be responsible for handling correspondence, maintaining records, and supporting various administrative tasks in a professional manner.

Duties

• Respond promptly to incoming communications via phone, email, and other channels, demonstrating excellent phone etiquette.
• Manage and prioritise correspondence to ensure timely responses.
• Perform data entry tasks with accuracy using Microsoft Office applications, Google Workspace, and QuickBooks where applicable.
• Maintain organised records and files both digitally and physically.
• Assist with administrative support such as scheduling appointments, organising meetings, and preparing reports.
• Utilise computer skills to update databases and manage information efficiently.
• Support the team with clerical duties including typing documents, processing invoices, and managing office supplies.
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
• Collaborate with team members to streamline office procedures and improve overall efficiency.

Requirements

• Proven office experience or administrative background is preferred.
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Workspace, and QuickBooks.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Demonstrated typing speed and accuracy for data entry tasks.
• Good phone etiquette with professional communication skills.
• Experience with clerical tasks such as filing, record keeping, and document preparation.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Organised approach to workload management with attention to detail.
• Previous experience using office software and data management tools is advantageous.

This position offers a rewarding opportunity for individuals seeking to utilise their administrative expertise within a supportive team environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 13.69-15.06 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits

• Flexitime
• Work from home
• Work Location: In person