Job Notice – Administrative Assistant (Part Time)

Chatham Township; Chatham (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Chatham Township is seeking an Administrative Assistant in the Land Development Department for a part-time role. The position supports the processing of applications and issuance of permits, including Tree Removal, Lot Grading, and Fire Safety permits to ensure compliance with state and local laws.

The role involves 15 to 20 hours per week with an hourly wage of $20–$35 based on experience. There is potential for the job to become full-time in the future. Chatham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Administrative support and data entry

Responsibilities

• Facilitate processing of applications and issuance of permits (Tree Removal, Lot Grading, Fire Safety, etc.).
• Support Land Development Department with duties related to Construction, Zoning/Property Maintenance, Fire Prevention, Lot Grading and Tree Removal Permits.

Job description

Job Notice – Administrative Assistant (Part Time)

October 27, 2026

The Township of Chatham is hiring one Administrative Assistant in the Land Development Department. The Administrative Assistant facilitates the processing of various applications and issuance of various permits, including but not limited to Tree Removal Applications, Lot Grading and Fire Safety Permits to ensure compliance with the provisions of state and local laws; does other related duties. The Land Development Department handles Construction, Zoning/Property Maintenance, Fire Prevention, Lot Grading, and Tree Removal Permits. The Administrative Assistant will be assigned duties related to these matters.

This is a part-time position requiring 15 to 20 hours per week. The hourly wage for this role is $20 – $35 dollars, dependent on previous experience. There is an opportunity for this to become a full-time position in the future. A complete job specification is attached. Chatham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.