F/T Clerical Position (Clerk'S Office)

City of Long Branch • Long Branch, NJ

23h • $45,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Under direction, assists with clerical and administrative operations within the City Clerk’s Department. The role includes responding to calls, emails, and public inquiries; processing Open Public Records Act (OPRA) requests; and receiving and processing municipal permits and applications while meeting statutory and internal deadlines. The position also assists with voter services and election preparation, including Election Day activities, and supports City Council meeting preparation and coordination by organizing agendas and materials and maintaining official records.

Requirements

• Strong customer service skills.
• Knowledge of records management practices or the ability to learn them.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Commitment to timely, accurate public service.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct phone calls.
• Respond to emails and public inquiries.
• Process Open Public Records Act (OPRA) requests.
• Handle intake and processing of municipal permits and applications, meeting statutory and internal deadlines.
• Assist with voter services and election preparation, including Election Day activities.
• Support preparation and coordination of City Council meetings by organizing agendas and materials.
• Maintain official records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed