News Flash

The City of Pelham Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a dedicated and organized full-time Administrative Assistant to provide administrative support. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the smooth operation of the department and will assist in managing day-to-day activities, including coordinating events, handling communication, and maintaining records.

Representative List of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  The list is not intended to be all-inclusive nor exclusive but is intended to provide examples of typical duties performed. 

• Performs varied clerical office functions such as word-processing, filing and telephone work as needed. Receives and answers questions from department visitors; receives sales calls and vendors. 
• Maintains inventory of department vehicles; maintains keys for vehicles and department buildings.
• Responds to citizens, salespersons, contractors, etc. concerning policies, procedures, information and guidelines with regard to department operations; receives complaints from public, triages and assigns follow up to the appropriate department manager as needed.
• Orders supplies and equipment for the department.
• Maintains project files. 
• Maintains vendor files, tracks purchases. 
• Tracks department projects and maintains calendar of important due dates.
• Facility permitting usage forms.
• Performs all purchasing related functions, including but not limited to, orders and PO/invoice processing. 
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships with others.

Education/Experience: Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent plus three years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.   

Compensation: Compensation for this position is $47,156.00 - $64,268.00, depending on experience, education, and other training. The City of Pelham offers an excellent benefits package. 

How to Apply:

• Apply online or 
• Download an application from the City’s website.
• Email completed application and resume to HR@pelhamalabama.gov or mailed to the City of Pelham, Human Resources, at P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124. 
• The final date to apply is October 10, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.. 

The City of Pelham does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including pregnancy), color, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected status. We base our hiring decisions on a variety of factors, including skills and ability to perform the job, prior employment experience, employment references as to character and willingness to work, willingness to accept the offered salary and personal interviews. The City of Pelham is an equal opportunity employer.