Administrative Assistant, Parks and Recreation

City of Groton; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Groton is seeking an Administrative Assistant for Parks & Recreation. This role reports to the Director of Parks and Recreation and provides secretarial, clerical, and technical support to the department, with cross-departmental assistance as needed.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree in business administration (or equivalent, preferred) and at least five years of office procedures experience, plus two years in municipal recreation. CPRP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in business administration (or equivalent, preferred).
• Five (5) years of experience in office procedures.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in the principles and practices of municipal recreation.
• In-depth knowledge of office software applications; strong communication skills; ability to handle multiple tasks in a public-facing setting.
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide secretarial, clerical, and technical support to the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Support program development and park policies; assist with cross-departmental tasks as needed.

Job description

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Administrative Assistant, Parks and Recreation

Administrative Assistant, Parks & Recreation - City of Groton

Parks and Recreation Department

The City of Groton is seeking an Administrative Assistant, Parks & Recreation.

The Administrative Assistant, Parks & Recreation, under the direct supervision of the Director of Parks and Recreation, is responsible for providing secretarial, clerical, and technical support assistance. The position supports program development and park policies primarily for the Parks and Recreation Department, while providing supplementary cross-departmental assistance as needed. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree in business administration (or equivalent, preferred) and/or a combination of five (5) years of experience in office procedures, alongside a minimum of two (2) years of experience in the principles and practices of municipal recreation. Candidates must possess in-depth knowledge of office software applications, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a public-facing setting. Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred.

• Position Title: Administrative Assistant, Parks & Recreation
• Department: Parks and Recreation
• Reports To: Director of Parks and Recreation
• Contract: White Collar Union, Chapter 91, CSEA

Application Deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026 at 7:00 am