Job Description
Join Jersey City's dynamic municipal team as a Government Clerk and become an integral part of our public service mission. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to directly impact community operations. We seek detail-oriented professionals with a passion for administrative excellence and civic engagement.
Responsibilities
- Manage official city records, permits, and licensing documentation with precision
- Provide exceptional customer service to residents and departmental stakeholders
- Process administrative forms, applications, and correspondence efficiently
- Coordinate public meetings, agendas, and minute documentation
- Maintain digital filing systems and ensure compliance with record-keeping regulations
- Assist with budget tracking and expenditure reporting
- Support departmental operations through data entry and report generation
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred
- 2+ years of administrative or clerical experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and municipal software systems
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Knowledge of New Jersey public records management laws
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion