Date Posted: Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Job Title: Administrative & Financial Coordinator
Department: Office of Economic and Community Development
Work Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30AM-4PM; Tuesday 8:30AM-8PM; Friday 8:30AM-12:30PM
Salary
$60,000-$70,000
Overview
The City of Lynn seeks an efficient, detail-oriented, versatile, multitasking leader to serve as an Administrative & Financial Coordinator for the Office of Community Development. The Administrative & Financial Coordinator will report directly to the Director of Community Development, facilitating administrative operations for the Community Development Department and assist in the financial operations of the Community Development Department.
Qualifications
• High school diploma/Equivalency required; college degree preferred.
• The ideal candidate is an independent problem solver who can manage multiple demands and prioritize the needs of the office and staff.
• Seeking a leader with flexibility, empathy, a strong work ethic, and a desire to take on multiple roles.
• Experience with MUNIS (a Tyler Technology product) and payroll applications preferred.
• Must possess exemplary customer service skills and display the ability to respectfully interact with the general public in addressing their business with the department.
• Bilingual/bicultural candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• When applicants are substantially similar in terms of qualifications, preference will be given to candidates who have resided in the City of Lynn for a continuous twelve-month period before the date of posting.
Duties and Responsibilities Include, but are not limited to:
• Serves as primary point of contact for all visitors to the office.
• Serves as the primary staff member performing and managing administrative support services to all Community Development Staff.
• Acts as a principal assistant to the Director of Community Development for all administrative matters.
• Interacts with the public, employees, and other departments. Answers questions with good judgment and knowledge. Provides information on policies, procedures and services.
• Use sound judgment, discretion, tact, and confidentiality.
• Responsible for a variety of contract preparations (DocuSign) and tracking.
• Assists the financial staff in the daily financial operations of the department.
Knowledge, Ability, and Skills
• Ability to deal with the public responsibly and behave ethically.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other related computer software with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficiency with MUNIS.
• Highly detail-oriented with strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Excellent listening skills.
• Conflict resolution and customer service training preferred.
• Fluency in English required, proficiency in an additional language (Spanish, Khmer, Haitian Creole, Arabic et al) desirable.
How To Apply
A completed application, with cover letter can be submitted via:
- Email ([email protected])
- Regular Post
- In-Person at the Personnel Department, Room 307 in Lynn City Hall
If submitting via e-mail, please include the “JOB TITLE” in the subject line. Applications must be submitted by Wednesday, January 17, 2024 or you will not be considered.
Job Title: “Administrative & Financial Coordinator"
CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2024
All applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, familial status, genetic information, or any other status prohibited by law.
The City of Lynn is an Equal Opportunity Employer!
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If you have any questions about the application process or need assistance, please call (781) 586-4000 or email us at [email protected].