Senior Services Administrative Specialist

Edgartown; Edgartown (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Edgartown is seeking a Department Assistant for the Council on Aging to provide administrative, clerical, and customer service support to the department and the older adults it serves. The position is 35 hours per week and open until filled with a priority date of September 8, 2026.

It is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The role involves payroll processing, recordkeeping, program registrations and reception duties, with the expectation of professional communication and proficient use

Qualifications

• Experience in front-desk reception and handling inquiries.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and basic cloud-based tools.
• Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, clerical and customer service support to the Council on Aging.
• Greet visitors, manage reception desk and schedule appointments.
• Register participants for programs and events; process payrolls and expenditures.
• Maintain confidential records and prepare routine reports.
• Respond to inquiries by phone and email; coordinate with staff as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Office administration

Google Workspace

Clerical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Town of Edgartown is seeking a Department Assistant for the Council on Aging to provide administrative, clerical, and customer service support to the department and the older adults it serves. The position is 35 hours per week and open until filled with a priority date of September 8, 2026.

It is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The role involves payroll processing, recordkeeping, program registrations and reception duties, with the expectation of professional communication and proficient use