Job Information
City of Chicopee Clerk in Chicopee, Massachusetts
Clerk (Assessors Department) Employment Status: UCFW Administrative Union, Non-Exempt; Full-Time Salary: Grade A02, Step 01, Starting pay is \$17.98 per hour Licenses/Certifications: Valid Driver\'s License SUMMARY: Apply your experience, expertise, and your time in a role that assists the city and its patrons through the efforts of your administrative competencies. The City of Chicopee\'s / Assessors Office is seeking an individual to perform the administrative tasks related to excise tax processing, bill processing, and DOR/RMV reporting, in the role of Clerk. ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE: Answering the phone Waiting on the public at the counter Preparation of general correspondence and the filing of maps and property record cards Administrative duties of the excise tax clerk. (Including the breakdown and issuance of the excise tax commitment, issuance and maintenance of abatement documentation, monthly reports to the auditor, communication, and reports to DOR and RMV, maintenance of dealer and repair plates and exemption plates) Schedules sales appointments for Assessors Assist with exemptions, abatements and record keeping. Working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software Learning minimum requirements of other office jobs & other related duties in case of emergency. QUALIFICATIONS: To be minimally qualified for this position, one must meet the following criteria: Have at least a High School Diploma or equivalent Minimum of 3 months of office administration and clerical experience required. Knowledge of office software, MS Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Ability to handle numerous and at times, difficult phone calls. Exceptional communications and customer service skills COMPENSATION, SCHEDULE & BENEFITS The City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Sick-Time, Holiday Pay, Personal Time, Vacation Time, Retirement Saving Plans, a Pension Plan, and more. This is a Full-Time, 35 hours per week position, with a minimum starting pay of Grade A02, \$17.98 per hour with periodic step and pay increases upon continuous completion of employment with the City of Chicopee.