Part-Time Administrative Assistant

The Town of Bedford is seeking a detail-oriented, customer focused Administrative Assistant to support the Building Department, as well as the Zoning Board and Historic District Commission. The Administrative Assistant will be responsible for preparing materials for ZBA and HDC meetings, including posting agendas in accordance with Open Meeting Law, gathering and distributing materials, setting up the room and providing administrative support for board members as requested. This position will also be responsible for taking meeting minutes and composing/distributing final minutes.

This position works as part of a shared administrative support structure and is not solely responsible for the Building Department’s daily administrative operations. The Administrative Assistant will provide customer service and administrative support, including assisting customers at the counter, answering phone and email inquiries, coordinating the scheduling of various inspections, and any other related duties as assigned.

A high school diploma is required, Associate’s Degree preferred; and at least three (3) to five (5) years of related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, certification and experience. Municipal experience is a plus.

This is a part-time position, working up to 19 hours per week. The hourly rate for this position is $34.95. This position is not eligible for benefits.

For more information and to apply, please visit www.bedfordma.gov/jobs. 

The Town of Bedford is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.