Prinicipal Division Assistant

Town of Barnstable; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Town of Barnstable seeks an office assistant to manage the Barnstable Adult Community Center's telephone system and front desk operations. You will support program registrations, assist the general public, and perform routine clerical duties with accuracy and courtesy.

The role requires strong typing, word processing, and database input skills, plus proficiency in spreadsheets. Municipal experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; municipal setting experience preferred.
• Two years of experience operating a telephone system or equivalent.
• Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheets and database applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Barnstable Adult Community Center's telephone system and front office functions.
• Assist with program registrations and public inquiries; handle routine clerical tasks.
• Support town division operations and maintain courteous public interactions.

Skills

Telephone system operation

Typing

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Database applications

Public/customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

Database software

Job description

Job Description: Skilled office work in managing the Barnstable Adult Community Center's telephone system, front office functions, program registrations, and assisting the general public; routine clerical work; all other related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma; two years experience operating a telephone system; experience in a municipal setting and in dealing with the public preferred; or any Equivalent Combination Of Education And Experience. Additional Qualifications: Demonstrated computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.

Ability to work with general public in a courteous and professional manner. Proficiency in typing, letter writing, and operation of above mentioned office equipment. Ability to deal tactfully and appropriately with the general public and town division operations and functions. Excellent typing and proficiency in the use of computers including word processing, spreadsheets and database input. Efficient skill in operating a switchboard telephone system.