The City of Pittsfield is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to promoting a multi-cultural work force, excellence in public service, and on-going mutual respect in our working relationships.

The City of Pittsfield’s Department of Veteran Services is currently accepting applications for the full time Administrative Assistant position.

The Administrative Assistant will aid the Director in all phases of operating the office, which include but are not limited to:

• Assisting Veterans and/or their dependents regarding eligibility for benefits. Determines client needs, initiates applications and/or other forms, and/or makes referrals to an appropriate agency.

• Prepares monthly reports to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, as well as other required reports and documentation for the department.

• Maintains accurate department expenditures, as well as payroll budget to ensure assistance to Veterans.

• Organizes and maintains Veteran’s record systems.

• Provides back-up to the mail room as needed, processing outgoing mail by operating postage meter machine, scale(s) and other related equipment.

To qualify, the successful candidate must be highly motivated with excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with at least five (5) years’ of related experience. Candidate shall possess full knowledge of Ch. 115 of Massachusetts General Law and Title 38 USC, as well as other state and federal laws.  In addition, applicants should possess strong computer skills with extensive experience in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), as well as the ability to operate other office related equipment.

35 Hours per week, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Salary:  $13.78 - $14.49 per hour.

Deadline: Friday, September 26, 2014

Applications are available in the Personnel Office at City Hall, and online: http://www.cityofpittsfield.org/city_hall/personnel_department/docs/Application_09_14update.pdf

Resumes alone will not be considered if not accompanied by a City employment application.

Applications should include cover letter and resume, and submitted back to:

Personnel Department

City Hall, Room #107

70 Allen Street

Pittsfield, MA 01201

City of Pittsfield is an EEO/AA employer