Administrative Assistant – Human Services – Princeton.

New Jersey State League of Municipalities; Princeton, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princeton Human Services Department is seeking a full-time Administrative Assistant to support daily operations, public service delivery, and program coordination in a fast-paced local government office.

This front-line role requires strong organizational skills, proactive service orientation, and the ability to manage multiple administrative tasks while coordinating with residents, community partners, vendors, and municipal staff.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of social services and confidentiality.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple administrative tasks accurately.

Responsibilities

• Process procurement payments.
• Perform reception and clerical tasks.
• Manage schedules and records.
• Coordinate programs and monitor deadlines.

Skills

Highly organized

Proactive

Customer service

Job description

Jobs & Requests for Proposals

Use the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me button.

Want to post a job on this webpage?

For contact information and rates visit How to Post a Classified Job Ad or a Request for Proposal on this Website.

Resources on Careers in Local Government

Interested in learning more about a career in local government? The League has created a Local Government Career Center.

Administrative Assistant - The Princeton Human Services Department

The Princeton Human Services Department seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant to support daily operations, public service delivery, and program coordination in a high-paced local government social services office. This position serves as the primary front-line representative, offering professional and compassionate support to residents, community partners, and visitors, and directing individuals to appropriate information, resources, and referrals. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and service-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple administrative and program priorities accurately and professionally. Key responsibilities include processing procurement payments, performing reception and clerical tasks, managing schedules and records, coordinating programs, and monitoring projects with strict deadlines. The Administrative Assistant must work effectively as part of a team and collaborate respectfully with residents, community partners, vendors, municipal staff, and other stakeholders. A strong understanding of social services, confidentiality, and compassionate customer service is required.

$47,000 - $51,000